Trail Running calendar near Fruita 2026-2027

A mountain trail event at Powderhorn Mountain Resort on July 18, 2026, with a *5K* climb gaining over 1,500 ft and a *15K* that repeats the ascent. Registration includes resort entry, a t-shirt, finisher item, post-race food, and a lift pas..

Grand Mesa Ultras on July 25, 2026 in Grand Mesa, Colorado features high-elevation trail races in three distances with single track mountain terrain, camping options, and post-race awards and amenities.

A single-loop trail event in the La Sal Mountains offering 100 mile, 50 mile, and 50k distances. The 100 mile course averages over 8,700 ft elevation with roughly 25,000 feet of climbing and multiple staffed aid stations.

Low-key trail running event in Loma, Colorado offering Half Marathon, Marathon (26.2 Miles) and 50 Miler with a flat $50 entry fee. Registration runs April 5 to August 1, and participants may change distance on race day.

A three day trail running festival in Moab, Utah in September 2026 featuring three sandstone loop races, camping at the festival HQ, daily meals and on site activities like yoga, talks and live music.

Trail races on September 26, 2026 in Moab featuring a half marathon and 10K on single-track and horse trails with scenic views, aid stations, finisher mug and shirt, and weekend festivities at Red Cliffs Lodge supporting a fundraising goal.

A fall trail running event in Moab, Utah offering 15K, half marathon, marathon and 50K courses through red cliffs and desert meadows. The event uses cup less aid stations and includes free base camp camping for participants and family.

A point to point trail marathon and 30K on October 3, 2026, from Crawford State Park to Paonia. The event raises funds for the Nature Connection Summer Camp Scholarship Fund and includes shuttle service and on site packet pickup.

Grand Valley Backyard Ultra is a last-person-standing trail event near Fruita, Colorado where runners complete repeated 4.167 mile loops with one hour to finish each loop until only one runner completes an extra lap.

A 241.8 miles trail race in Moab, Utah, crossing desert, canyons, slick rock and two mountain ranges near Canyonlands and Arches National Park, with 15 aid stations and a 112 hour cutoff.

A fall trail event in Moab offering distances from 15K to 100K, varied desert terrain and substantial elevation changes, with cup-less aid stations and free participant camping at Mad Moose Base Camp.

Trail ultramarathon in Fruita, Colorado with multiple distance options from 10 miles to 50 miles, singletrack terrain, high desert views, and cupless aid stations with refill points.

A trail running weekend near Green River, Utah, through thousands of mushroom shaped hoodoos. Distances range from a kids 1 mile and 5k up to a new 50K ultra, with gravel rides on the following day.

Trail races in Moab on November 7 and 8, 2026 featuring a marathon, half marathon, 10K Adventure Run and a Kids K. The event hosts the 2026 USATF Trail Half Marathon National Championships and the Collegiate Trail Running Championships.

Dead Horse Ultra in Moab offers 15K to 50 mile trail races on technical slickrock and singletrack with published maps and GPX files. The event is cup free and provides water dispensers at the start and at every aid station.

Arches Ultra in Moab on January 30, 2027 offers 9K, half, 50K and 50 mile trail races along Arches National Park with varied terrain, cupless aid stations, and distinct elevation profiles for each distance.

A winter trail race near Moab, Utah on February 27, 2027 offering 15K, 30K, 50K and 50-mile courses with jeep roads, singletrack, rim views, cup-less aid stations, and detailed elevation and course information.

Stage 1 - Navajo Rocks opens Moab Run the Rocks, a three-day trail running race in Moab, Utah, with Full Pint and Half Pint GPX routes and start/finish at Lone Mesa Group Campground.

A road race in Moab, Utah held alongside the Colorado River and Arches National Park. Offers a half marathon and a 5 mile race with six aid stations, medical support, shuttle access, and post race medals and refreshments.

A multi-distance trail ultra in Moab on April 3, 2027, featuring desert singletrack, sandstone domes, and cup-less aid stations. Distances range from 10 miles to 50 miles with free camping at the start/finish.