Trail Running calendar near Wilmington 2026-2027

Tackle a scenic 50K trail ultramarathon at Rockburn Branch Park on six wooded loops of about 5.2 miles each. Race solo or as a team of 2 to 6 with stocked aid stations and a friendly festival atmosphere.

Join the Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K and 5K in Columbia MD on Jan 31 to Feb 1, 2026 along gentle trail sections by the Patuxent. This edition is sold out, but finishers get shirts, medals and knit gloves.

A 7-mile trail race at Cromwell Valley Park featuring rolling hills, mixed terrain and a fast downhill finish. Proceeds support Cromwell Valley Park and Talmar’s programs, with post-race food and beer available.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun and friendly 5K at Kinder Farm Park in Millersville on Feb 14, 2026. Enjoy a mostly flat loop with gentle hills, chip timing, and awards for top finishers in a welcoming community race.

Join the Winter Thaw Out Series: four relaxed 5k trail runs on Elephant Swamp Trail near Monroeville NJ. Enjoy a series medal, age group awards, hot chocolate after each race, and a discount when you sign up for all four.

Run a scenic 50 km trail at Hashawha Environmental Center near Westminster MD on Feb 28, 2026, featuring rolling hills, stream crossings and two big loops. Expect runnable single track, ample climbing and warm post race hospitality.

Join the Bigfoot Endurance Trail Race at Rockburn Branch Park in Elkridge on March 1, 2026 with 5 mile, 10 mile and two person relay options on scenic trails. Get a long sleeve shirt, finisher medal, post race beers and support Parkinson's..

Trail races presented by Pretzel City Sports on March 1, 2026, offering 13.1 mile and 6.55 mile courses near Reading, PA; race application and online registration are available and race day entry is likely.

The Naked Bavarian is a no or low swag ultra trail at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport PA, offering 20 and 40 mile courses on scenic single track and gravel. Expect rugged trail conditions and a focus on affordable entry and great trail racing.

A trail race at Tyler State Park in Newtown on March 7, 2026 offering a 10K and a half marathon, with age group awards, a member discount, and entries transferable if the race is rescheduled.

Blazing Saddles at Codorus State Park offers 8 Miler, 25K and 50K trail challenges across singletrack with runnable hills, mud and possible snow. Early registrants get swag and proceeds benefit a local animal rescue.

Tackle rugged trails in French Creek State Park with a challenging Half Marathon or a fun 10k loop. Enjoy technical singletrack, scenic lake views and big climbs for a true trail running day in Elverson, PA.

Tackle the HAT Run 50K ultramarathon in scenic Havre de Grace, Maryland on March 21, 2026. Expect winding single track, nearly 4,400 feet of climbing and several stream crossings that may get your feet wet.

Join Washed Clean in York PA for a fun trail 5K, 1 Mile Walk, and free Kids Fun Run with a foam finish and bumpy scenic course around Genesis Church. Family friendly with strollers welcome and proceeds benefiting local nonprofits.

Hit the scenic B&A Trail in Severna Park on March 29, 2026 with marathon and half marathon options, the marathon a Boston qualifier. Enjoy a mostly flat rails to trails route, generous aid, a finisher medal and participant apparel.

A roughly 5 mile loop around Jacobsburg State Park with 5 mile, 3 hour and 6 hour options on April 4, 2026. The cupless, self supported event includes aid bins for longer efforts and a $1 registration fee for carbon offsets.

Trail marathon and half marathon through Wissahickon Valley Park in Philadelphia. Mostly single-track trails with technical sections, significant elevation, and a post-race celebration with live music and food.

Join the Great Marsh Mud Mosey in Elverson on April 11 for a muddy 5K or 1 mile walk through marsh, woods and farmland with a grassy finish. Small field and festival vibe with proceeds benefiting the Great Marsh Institute and ChesCo Search..

Enjoy a scenic run or walk through maintained natural trails at the Institute Woods 6K in Princeton on April 11, 2026. Choose a 6K or a relaxed 3K, enjoy post run refreshments and a race shirt for early registrants.

Join the Turtle Derby, a turtle themed 5K on brewery trails supporting Susquehannock Wildlife. Enjoy a wooden finisher medal, costume contests, awards, live music and on site beer.