Trail Running calendar near Seward 2026-2027

A 6.1 mile mountain trail race in Alyeska, AK on July 25, 2026, climbing 3,912 feet from the DayLodge to alpine ridges and back. The marked course features single track, steep scrambles and a mandatory 50 minute cutoff at Center Ridge.

Run De Tour is the 2nd annual trail race with 20 km, 10 km and 5 km options on Kincaid Park and Hillside Trails in Anchorage on June 14 and August 1.

A 5K run and hike at Hilltop Ski Area in Anchorage to raise funds for the Christopher Walden House of Hope and Hilltop Ski Area. The trail covers 1288 feet of elevation change and is offered in person, virtual, and student formats.

A memorial 5K in Seward, Alaska honoring Dan Seavey, organized by the Iditarod Trail Blazers and Seward Sports and Recreation. Four race categories, dogs allowed on leash, and a post race celebration at the Branson Pavilion.

A community fundraiser at Westchester Lagoon on September 26, 2026, featuring 2K and 5K runs along the coastal trail to support Anchorage School District language immersion programs.

Trail races on October 3, 2026 in Girdwood, Alaska featuring a 26.2 mile marathon, half and 5 km options, five aid stations, wildlife precautions, and proceeds supporting local trail maintenance.

Run De Jump on October 3, 2026 at the Karl Eid Ski Jump sends runners up a cargo net to the Hilltop chair lift in randomized waves. The event lists clear rules, entry fees, and a nonrefundable, nontransferable registration policy.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra on June 4, 2027 in Soldotna, Alaska with an entry fee of USD 110. Registration closes June 3, 2027.

An annual Fourth of July footrace in Seward that climbs and descends Mount Marathon overlooking Resurrection Bay. Men and women run the full mountain while juniors run about halfway.