Trail Running calendar near Talkeetna 2026-2027

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.

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.

An inaugural 5K on July 11, 2026 at Skeetawk Ski Area in the Hatcher Pass area, co-hosted by regional organizations; registration fees support local youth running teams and registrants receive a 20% Hatcher Romp ticket discount.

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.

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.

Kesugi Ridge Traverse on August 8, 2026 in Denali State Park offers a 31 miles full course and a 14.2 miles half course, limited to 100 entrants with online registration and an $85 entry fee.

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 featuring a vertical kilometer, a 12K loop, a youth uphill and a technical 37K skyrunning course. Runners may enter single or multiple events.

Experience the Alaska wilderness with the Talkeetna Trail Race. Choose from 25k, 10k, or a family friendly 5k on varied trails ending with soup and beverages at the Sheldon Community Arts Hanger.

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.

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.