Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Into the Wild is a 5k trail run at Saddleback Wilderness on July 15, 2026, over fire roads and single track with 300 ft of elevation gain. Entry is limited to 150 runners and there is no race day registration.

Experience a midweek evening trail run through the diverse terrain of Bowdoin Park. This 5 mile race features a mix of grass and rocky trails with awards for top finishers and a food drive for the local pantry.

The STRS Horseshoe Gulch Grind will take place in Breckenridge on Wednesday 15 July 2026.

An 8-week summer trail series at Northshore Trail in Flower Mound offering chip timed 5K and 10K races with weekly podiums, reusable series bibs, rain dates, and a no-refund policy with transfer options.

A low-key evening trail running series in Forest Park, organized as three Series of five races with courses around 4 to 7 miles. The Series includes standings, a post-Series awards gathering, and benefits the Forest Park Conservancy.

Trail races at Snowbird feature two mountain-course distances, single-track sections, a construction reroute, cupless racing with water only at start and finish, and live music by Blue Grass Thunder.

A community road event at the Ionia Free Fair on July 16, 2026 in Ionia, MI, featuring a 5 km course that connects two trail systems and passes through the fair, plus 1 mile races, limited registration, and an event T-shirt.

A four-race trail series in Bend, Oregon held on Thursday evenings with courses from 4 to 7 miles across April to July 2026. Series registration covers all four races and single-race sign up is available on site for 25 USD cash.

Experience a four part summer trail series at the Dublin School Outdoor Center. Run a scenic 5K loop featuring singletrack and rolling terrain while supporting local charities and community needs.

A five-week summer cross country series at College of the Canyons in Valencia, running Thursday evenings from July 16 to August 13, 2026. Main races cover three miles and a kids race takes place on the Cougar Stadium track.

Three trail distances at Crystal Mountain on July 17 and 18, 2026, starting near the summit and running through alpine meadows and old growth forest. Registrations include gondola access and finishers receive medals.

A 100 mile endurance race through Washingtons Cascade Mountains centered in Easton, with forested and rugged trails and a long-standing volunteer and radio operator community. Finishers under 32 hours may qualify for a Western States lotter..

A team-focused 5K cross country race behind the Carterville Community Center on July 17, 2026, with grass, gravel, and paved sections. Teams compete by standard XC scoring and medals and team awards are presented.

An overnight loop endurance event at the Pinetum in Lowell Park, Dixon IL. Runners choose 6, 12 or 24 hour formats on an approximately 0.411 mile paved loop and self track laps; solo and three person relay options available.

Test your endurance on the technical river bluff trails of Illinois with distances ranging from a half marathon to 100 miles. Experience rolling hills and steep climbs within the beautiful wooded canopy of Camp Wokanda.

A 100 mile loop through Colorado's Sawatch Range, the High Lonesome 100 covers about 23,300 feet of climb, includes 27 miles of the Continental Divide Trail and 35 miles of the Colorado Trail, and provides detailed maps and aid stations.

A July 17 running event in Downtown Dowagiac offering 5K, 10K and a one-mile Family Fun Run, with proceeds split between cancer research and student scholarships and medals awarded by age group.

A two day festival in Centennial Park, Cañon City that pairs whitewater competitions with running and biking events. Events list experience levels and participants receive festival entry on their event day.

A three day, 10 person team relay through Michigan landscapes held July 17 to July 19, 2026. Founded in 1992, the event supports Michigan Special Olympics and lists 86 teams for 2026.

Two 3 mile cross country races in July organized by Hanson's Running Shop at Stony Creek Metropark and River Bends Park. A single $10 fee covers both events, with results posted and first place awards by age group after each race.