Trail Running calendar near Westchester Lagoon 2026-2027

Mountain road races in Willow Alaska along Hatcher Pass Road, including a roughly 54 mile event and a slightly longer than marathon course with large elevation gain.

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.

Adult season pass for the Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Race Series in Anchorage, running weekly on rotating courses from August 1 to November 30, 2026, in all weather.

A pasture-based fundraiser at Musk Ox Farm in Palmer offering 1K kids, 5K and 10K courses plus a virtual option with views of musk oxen and nearby mountains.

A trail running event on August 8, 2026 in Denali State Park offering a full 31 mile traverse and a 14.2 mile half. Registration is online only, limited to 100 entrants and filled on a first come first served basis.

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.

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 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.

Three days of mountain races in Palmer AK featuring a VK, a 12K loop, a youth uphill, and a technical 37K Skyline Scramble.

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 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.

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.

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.

A vertical race up the cargo net at Karl Eid Ski Jump on October 3, 2026, with randomized wave starts, equipment restrictions, and non-refundable entries.

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.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra in Soldotna, AK on June 4, 2027 with entry listed at USD 110 and registration via UltraSignup.

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.