Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

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.

Run the Yates Astro Resolution 5K at Bethesda Academy on January 10, 2026, supporting Bethesda programs as you enjoy marsh, pasture, and campus trail scenery. Kids can join a fun run and all runners receive a complimentary pancake breakfast..

Run a rugged 12.9 mile trail half marathon in South Mountains State Park with steep climbs, creek crossings and overlooks. Limited to 200 runners, finishers earn handmade ceramic medals while top three receive handmade awards.

Brave winter trails at the Frozen Sasquatch Trail Race on January 10, 2026, in Kanawha State Forest, Charleston WV. Choose 25K or double for 50K and tackle a scenic 15.8 mile loop often cloaked in snow for a true cold weather challenge.

Hit the desert trails at the Desert Runner Trail Series Spring Pass in Queen Creek on Jan 10, 2026, with race options from a mini lap to full trail distances. Scenic singletrack, a reusable cup program, and Series points make it perfect for..

Take on rugged single track and steep ridgeline trails at Sawnee Mountain in Dirty Spokes Mayhem on the Mountain. Choose 3.0 or 5.15 mile routes with rocky root strewn descents and just 325 spots for an intimate technical challenge.

Run under the stars at Night Owl Trail on January 10, 2026 at Caesar Creek State Park. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on scenic rolling single track around the lake and earn a glow in the dark owl medal.

Join FREEDOM STARTS HERE on January 10, 2026 in Pinehurst NC for a charity 10K, 5K or 1 mile run or walk benefiting Sandhills Adult & Teen Challenge. Enjoy race shirts, finisher medals, awards and food trucks on a scenic park loop.

Join the Hope in Every Step 5K in Modesto on January 10 for a lively community run and walk along the Tuolumne River Parkway. Proceeds benefit the Sole Support Sponsorship Program and local youth programs, so every step gives back.

Run under the stars at Eagle Creek Park on a mostly single track 6.55 mile loop with quarter and half marathon options, all chip timed. Bring a headlamp and enjoy aid stations, a standout finisher medal and lively night race vibes.