Trail Running Calendar Alaska 2025-2026

The Denali50K is a challenging ultramarathon held along the historic Denali Highway in Alaska, offering runners breathtaking views of Denali and the Alaska Range. The 50-kilometer course starts at Maclaren Summit, the highest point on the Denali Highway, and descends northwest through glacial landsc..

The Denali 100K is an endurance ultramarathon held along the historic Denali Highway in Alaska, starting at Alpine Creek Lodge and finishing near Cantwell. This point-to-point race covers 100 kilometers through breathtaking subalpine and wilderness terrain, with panoramic views of the Alaska Range,..

The Denali Ultras is a challenging endurance running event held along the 135-mile Denali Highway in Paxson, Alaska, with stunning views of Denali and the Alaska Range. It features three race distances: 135 miles, 100 kilometers, and 50 kilometers. The course follows the historic Denali Highway, onc..

The Juneau Ridge Race is a challenging 15-mile trail run held in Juneau, Alaska, starting and finishing at Cope Park. The course features a steep ascent to the summit of Mt. Juneau at 3,500 feet elevation by mile 4.9, followed by a scenic three-mile traverse along the Juneau Ridge.Runners then desce..

The Ben Blackgoat Memorial Race in Juneau, Alaska, offers multiple race distances including 1 km, 2 miles, 4 miles, and 7 miles. All courses follow the scenic Perseverance Trail, starting at the end of Basin Road. This event caters to various age groups with categories for participants both under an..

The Goldbelt Tram - Mount Roberts Trail Run is a challenging 3.5-mile race held in Juneau, Alaska. The course begins at the Mt. Roberts Tramway parking lot and ascends approximately 1,800 feet, passing through South Franklin, North Franklin, 6th Street, Gold Street, and Basin Road before reaching th..

AKtive's Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held at Government Peak Recreation Area near Hatcher Pass in Palmer, Alaska. The race features a 4.167-mile (6706 meters) loop on single-track and ski trails with moderate elevation changes of about 500 feet per loop. Participants run loops hourl..

The Crow Pass Crossing is a challenging 22.6-mile trail race held in the scenic Girdwood/Eagle River area of Alaska. Known for its rugged terrain, the course features notable landmarks such as the Raven Glacier and glacier moraine, offering runners a demanding and picturesque experience. The event h..

The Resurrection Pass Ultras are challenging ultramarathons held on the historic Resurrection Pass Trail in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula. The event features two distances: a 100-mile and a 50-mile race. The 100-mile race starts in Hope and follows a rugged out-and-back course along the trail to Cooper L..

The Cirque Series at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, is a challenging 6.2-mile mountain race featuring a 3,890-foot vertical climb. Starting at sea level near the Day Lodge, runners ascend via Tanaka Cat Road, traverse the Silvertip single-track trail, and tackle the steep Center Ridge scramble..

The Hatcher Pass Races, held in the scenic Hatcher Pass area of Alaska's Matanuska-Susitna Valley, feature challenging courses with significant elevation changes. The event includes a Marathon, a 50-mile ultramarathon, and relay options. The Marathon course climbs approximately 3,900 feet over 26+ m..

Drew's Angel Creek 50 is a challenging and friendly trail running event near Fairbanks, Alaska, featuring 50-mile and 50K point-to-point races. The 50-mile race starts at Twin Bears Camp and finishes at Chena Hot Springs Resort, while the 50K begins at Angel Rocks Trailhead and joins the 50-mile cou..

The Nifty Fifty is a trail running event held in Juneau, Alaska, featuring 50K, 25K, and 10K races. All races start and finish near the end of Basin Road by the Perseverance Trail. The courses traverse stunning trails with significant elevation gain, especially the 50K, which climbs over 5,000 feet...

The Kesugi Ridge Traverse is a challenging trail running event held in Denali State Park, Alaska. Scheduled for August 9, 2025, it offers two race distances: a full 30-mile traverse and a half 15.5-mile traverse. The race features rugged mountain terrain along the scenic Kesugi Ridge, providing runn..

The Veins of Gold 2025 is a challenging mountain race held in Palmer, Alaska, starting at Government Peak Recreation Area and finishing at Hatcher Pass Lodge. Covering approximately 8 miles with a vertical gain of around 5,000 feet, the course traverses diverse terrain including steep uphill trails,..

The Talkeetna Trail Race, held in Talkeetna, Alaska, is a community-focused running event featuring a challenging 25K trail run and a shorter 5K fun run suitable for kids and strollers. The race takes place on scenic local trails, starting at the Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe and finishing at the Shel..

The Lakes TrailFest is a trail running event held at Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area in Palmer, Alaska. It offers a variety of race distances to accommodate all ages and skill levels, including a Kids Run, 5K, 10K, 25K, and 50K. The courses feature marked trails with directional signs and colo..

The Girdwood Marathon, held in Girdwood, Alaska, is a challenging trail race set for October 4, 2025. It features a full marathon (26.2 miles), half marathon, juniors half marathon, and a new 5K trails race. The courses traverse over 30 scenic trails through temperate rainforest, including the Winne..

Death By a Mile is a unique endurance running event held at Skeetawk Ski Area in Palmer, Alaska. Participants run as many one-mile loops as possible within set time frames of 12, 6, or 4 hours, with options for morning or afternoon sessions. The course features the Meadow Loop trail atop Skeetawk in..

The Little Su 50K is a winter race held in Big Lake, Alaska, featuring a 50-kilometer loop course on marked trails. Participants traverse frozen rivers, swamps, and narrow, twisty forest paths, offering a challenging and scenic experience. The route showcases spectacular views of majestic mountains..