Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run the Snowy Owl 10 mile at York River State Park on Jan 4, 2026, a scenic winter trail with technical single track, fire roads and a paved finish. Enjoy three aid stations, a ceramic medal and hot drinks, plus AWARE's live owl displays.

Join the Atlanta Fat Ass at Sweetwater Creek State Park on Jan 4, 2026 for a members only free trail run with 50K and 25K on scenic, technical loops of roots, rocks and climbs. Finish with hot food and a festive crockpot chili contest.

Tackle scenic Lake Hodges trails at the Del Dios Trail Race on Jan 4, 2026, with distances from 5K to a challenging 50K. Run dirt service roads and single track, enjoy sweeping views, and compete at a Championship Qualifier event.

Run the Willis River Fat Ass at Bear Creek Lake State Park on Jan 4, 2026 with 20K, 35K or 50K on wet, rolling trails and stream crossings. Entry is free; please bring prepackaged food to share and expect basic, marked support.

Run a scenic 10 mile course through Caloosahatchee Regional Park in Alva, Florida on Jan 4 while supporting youth programs and trail maintenance. All finishers receive a shirt and a commemorative glass tumbler, limited to 350 runners.

ShITR Shivery Icy Trail Run at Creve Coeur Park on January 4 offers in person and virtual races for all levels. Enjoy scenic trail loops, a winter hat, hot drinks and live music while supporting the Crohn and Colitis Foundation.

Enjoy a scenic trail run and hike at Raven Rock State Park on Jan 4, 2026, with 5 mile options and a challenging 25K through creekside paths and rugged climbs. All finishers get a medal and top racers earn custom trophies.

Start 2026 strong at Ring in the New Year in South El Monte on January 4 with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon routes on scenic Whittier Narrows trails. Enjoy custom medals, free photos and post race snacks.

Waverly Winter Warrior at Waverly Park in Louisville offers 6.5 mile and Half Marathon options in person or virtual. Join the Winter Warrior Trail Series for overall awards and earn the series medal and shirt by completing 3 of 4 races.

Frozen: H3 is a multi distance trail event in Francis Marion Forest near Bethera SC, with distances from 10k to 100 miles and a Night 25k. Run scenic dirt and single track loops with aid stations and earn a wooden finisher medal.

Brave the night at the St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra in Hinckley Minnesota, a 40 mile survival challenge through St. Croix State Park. Choose ski, fat bike or run while carrying survival gear and proving skills at checkpoints.

Push your limits at the HOKA Bandera Endurance Trail Race in Bandera, Texas on Jan 10 to 11, 2026. Choose 100 km, 50 km, 25 km or a fun youth mile and tackle technical, hilly Hill Country trails with full aid station support.

Explore scenic singletrack at the San Diego 50 and Trail Runs in Escondido, with options from a youth mile to an epic 50 mile test. Expect big climbs, summit views, community energy, and a lively finish festival.

Run the San Tan Scramble on Jan 10, 2026 at San Tan Mountain Regional Park, with distances from a fun 5K and kids run up to a rugged 50K. Enjoy scenic single track, rocky climbs, aid stations and finisher awards.

Frozen Gnome on Jan 10, 2026 in Crystal Lake, Illinois is a winter trail challenge through Veteran Acres and Sterne’s Woods with 10K, a Triple Black Diamond 50K and team relays. Expect hot aid, a tech shirt and finisher medal.

Run the IQ Fiber Winter Beach Run on Jacksonville Beach with 10 mile and 5K options along firm sand at low tide on an out and back course. All runners get a long sleeve moisture wicking shirt and finishers receive medals plus hot chocolate.

Run scenic shoreline single track at Granite Beach with 12K and 5K options, then toast your effort with a custom IPA glass and locally brewed beer for participants 21 and over. Enjoy post race food and age group awards in a lively community..

Perpetua FatAss 12th annual trail run in Yachats Oregon on Jan 10, 2026 offers distances from 9 miles to 50K for all abilities. Self supported with water stops and a relaxed potluck at Yachats Commons, entry is free.

Tackle rugged trails and steep climbs around Auburn on the historic Western States route, with distances from 8K to a 50K for every trail runner. Chip timed, scenic, and limited to 400 entrants, this is a true test of grit and views.

Race the Frosty Cox six hour trail in Concord NC on a rugged 6.2 mile singletrack loop with creek crossings, pine groves and steady climbs. Run as many laps as you can for finisher awards and a 50K award for five laps.