River Falls
Trail Running Calendar near River Falls 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near River Falls for 2026-2027! We've gathered 17 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A community event at Riverwood Nature Center offering a 5K trail run and a 1 Mile nature walk with a kids scavenger hunt and a K9 unit demonstration. The 5K has a $30 entry fee and a t shirt guarantee for pre registration.
September 2026
Experience a scenic trail race through the hills and prairies of Cottage Grove on unpaved cross country ski paths. Choose between the single loop 5k or the double loop 10k for a diverse multi terrain running experience.
Trail races at William O'Brien State Park in Marine on Saint Croix on September 26 2026, offering 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on grassy and wooded trails.
October 2026
Experience night trail running on the rolling grassy hills of Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Choose between 5k and 10k races or a 6 hour endurance shuffle on lit ski trails.
A 10 miles trail race at Willow River State Park with technical single track, climbs, stairs, a waterfall, and a cupless format with one aid station.
Nighttime trail event at Battle Creek Regional Park offering 5K, 10K, 15K and a 3 person 15K relay on unlit off-pavement trails with post-race food and drinks.
November 2026
Timed trail challenge at Whitetail Ridge: choose a four hour or eight hour run on a 5 mile single track loop with a one mile bonus.
A Thanksgiving morning run in St. Paul offering 6K and 10K distances with in person and virtual options, tech tee and finisher medal, age group awards, a team contest, and proceeds benefiting the Open Door Pantry.
A fall trail run at Battle Creek Regional Park with 3K, 5K and 10K options on mixed paved and ski-trail terrain, shirts for all runners and podium pies for top finishers.
February 2027
Skyway5k on February 27, 2027 is a chip timed indoor 5K through the St. Paul skyway system starting and ending at Union Depot. The route crosses buildings with stairs turns and accessible elevator detours and welcomes walkers.
April 2027
An annual event at Arden Hills Army Training Site on April 17, 2027 featuring a 30K foot march plus 30K and 5K trail runs, with music, a business expo, and proceeds supporting veteran and military programs.
June 2027
Mightyssippi features a 10 mile race, a two-person 5 mile relay and a new 5K along the Mississippi River in St Paul, finishing at Upper Landing Park with a shuttle back to the start.
Tough Mudder Twin Cities on June 26, 2027 at Wild Wings of Oneka in Hugo MN runs off trail through pine forests, wetlands and bogs. Options include 5K and 15K courses, an Infinity multi lap format, spectator access and group packages.