Trail Running calendar near Hope 2026-2027

Tsalteshi Backyard Ultra in Soldotna, Alaska is a Last Runner Standing event set for June 5, 2026. Registration closes on June 4 at 11:59 PM Alaska time.

A 5 mile out and back on the Spencer Glacier Trail reachable only by Alaska Railroad from Portage, AK. The course runs to Spencer Lake and the Glacier Overlook and returns to Chugach Adventures base camp; field conditions include bear count..

Run De Tour is a two part trail run at Kincaid Park and the Hillside Trails that uses sections of the Double Bubble and Spencer Trails. Multiple distances are offered and registration is non refundable with bib pickup on race day.

Experience a focused uphill challenge at the Bird Ridge Hill Climb in Indian Alaska. Choose between the three mile Full Climb or the shorter Jack's Run for a vertical racing experience organized by the Alaska Mountain Runners.

The 98th Mount Marathon in Seward, Alaska on July 4, 2026 features uphill-and-back races with multiple distances and entry categories, including junior, open, non-binary, and golden over-70 events.

An hourly loop backyard ultra on a 4.167 mile single-track circuit at Government Peak Recreation Area near Hatcher Pass, capped at 75 runners and requiring completion of each loop within the hour.

A backcountry footrace of about 23 miles from above Girdwood to the Eagle River Nature Center on July 18, 2026. The unmarked, technical route includes snowfields, a cold river crossing, and possible wildlife encounters.

Mud Factor Anchorage is a 5K mud and obstacle run at Kincaid Park on July 19 2026. A signed liability waiver and photo ID for adults are required and spectators pay a cash fee for festival area access.

A low key, mostly self supported trail ultramarathon on the historic Resurrection Pass Trail in Alaska offering 50 mile and 100 mile distances over late July dates.

A mountain trail race at Alyeska Resort on July 25, 2026 covering 6.1 miles and 3,912 feet of ascent. The route climbs from the DayLodge via Tanaka Cat Road and Center Ridge, then descends Max's Mountain trail; field capped at 600.

Mountain road races on Hatcher Pass offering a marathon, a roughly 54 mile ultramarathon, and 3-person relays. Courses follow Hatcher Pass Road with significant elevation gain, seven aid stations, and specific gear and crew rules.

Run De Tour is a two part trail run at Kincaid Park and the Hillside Trails that uses sections of the Double Bubble and Spencer Trails. Multiple distances are offered and registration is non refundable with bib pickup on race day.

Experience a technical mountain race in Palmer featuring a 5000 foot vertical gain over 8 miles. Navigate steep ridges and alpine tundra from Government Peak to the historic Independence Mine in this point to point Alaskan challenge.

A three day mountain running weekend at Skeetawk Ski Area in Hatcher Pass near Palmer, Alaska. Events range from a 1 km youth uphill to a technical 37K skyrunning course with about 11,500 feet of vertical gain.

A community 2K and 5K at Westchester Lagoon on September 26, 2026 celebrating Anchorage School District language immersion programs. Proceeds support classroom materials, after-school K-6 learning, cultural events and student exchanges.

Experience the scenic single track trails of Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area with distances ranging from a kids run to a 50K ultra. Runners receive a finisher mug after navigating this forested Alaska course.

A trail running event in Girdwood, Alaska on October 3, 2026 offering marathon, half marathon, juniors half, and a 5K across local trails. Five aid stations, a marathon cutoff at Crow Creek Road, and proceeds support the Girdwood Nordic Ski..

Test your endurance at Skeetawk Ski Area by running as many one mile trail loops as possible in Alaska's beautiful Hatcher Pass. Choose from durations ranging from four to twelve hours on the scenic Meadow Loop trail.

Two winter trail races near Big Lake, Alaska: the Susitna 100 is a 100 miles human-powered event and the Little Su is 50 kilometers. Both run on marked trails in February with maps, gear guidance, and race support.

A winter, human powered trail race of 50K near Big Lake, Alaska, run on marked trails with varied winter conditions. The Little Su 50K is held in February and is organized by Alaska Winter Wilderness Races.