Trail Running calendar near Columbia 2024-2025

The Perfect Day 50K is a unique endurance running event held at Massanutten's Western Slopes, where participants run a 5K every hour for 10 consecutive hours. This event welcomes both individual runners and teams, offering a challenging yet supportive atmosphere. Each participant must complete the 5..

No Man's 50K is a unique trail running endurance challenge designed exclusively for women, with the support of family and friends. Established in 2016, the event aims to promote female participation in trail races. Participants can choose between two distances: 25K and 50K, with a generous 9-hour cu..

Blazing Saddles is a running event organized by the York Road Runners Club and York Ridge Runners, taking place at Codorus State Park in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for March 15, 2025, participants can choose between a 25K and an 8-mile race, both utilizing the scenic Ranger Trail. The course f..

The Molon Lave 5k is a scenic cross-country running event taking place at Molon Lave Winery in Warrenton, Virginia. Participants can enjoy a beautiful 5k course while earning points for the Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series, as well as the Sippin Series. The event welcomes walkers and offers a ..

The HAT Run 50K is an exciting trail running event taking place in Havre de Grace, MD. Scheduled for March 22, 2025, this challenging race features a course that includes a mix of single-track trails, open fields, dirt roads, and some paved sections, with nearly 4,400 feet of elevation gain. Partici..

The Battle of Kelly's Ford is a cross-country running event taking place at the scenic Kelly's Ford Inn in Remington, Virginia. Participants can compete in two separate races: a 6K for women and girls, and an 8K for men and boys, with awards given in various age categories. The course features a 2Km..

The Genesee Valley Ultra is an endurance running event taking place at the Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center in Parkton, MD. Participants can choose from various race formats, including 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour individual or team options. Runners navigate a 2.5-mile trail loop, aiming to co..

The Miocene Epic Endurance Challenge is an annual trail race held at Calvert Cliffs State Park in Lusby, Maryland. Participants can run a ~5 mile loop for up to 6 hours, aiming to cover as much distance as possible. Runners receive a premium item, a swag bag, and access to a fully stocked aid statio..

The B&A Trail Marathon and Half Marathon is a popular running event taking place in Severna Park, Maryland. Scheduled for March 30, 2025, this race features both a full marathon and a half marathon, attracting participants of various skill levels. The course primarily runs along the scenic B&A Trail..

The Smoketown Brewery 10k is a scenic running event taking place on March 30, 2025, in Brunswick, MD. Participants can enjoy a flat, light gravel course while earning points towards the Year-Long 5k, 10k, and Sippin Series. The event welcomes walkers and offers a virtual race option for those unable..

The Bull Run Run 50 Miler is a challenging trail running event held in Clifton, Virginia, set to take place on April 5, 2025. This 50-mile race winds through a picturesque linear park alongside the Occoquan River and the historic Bull Run, showcasing the area's natural beauty during spring. Particip..

The Sheetz-to-Sheetz Trail Run is a unique 14-mile untimed race held in King George, Virginia, designed to benefit local charities. Participants start at one Sheetz convenience store and finish at another, traversing the scenic Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail. The event emphasizes enjoyment over co..

Ultra Trail DE is an exciting 10-hour trail running event set in Wilmington, Delaware, featuring a challenging ~6-mile loop with approximately 700 feet of elevation gain per lap. Participants can choose to run for a specific distance or continue for the entire duration. The course, located on privat..

The Cancer Crushin' 5k is a charitable running event taking place at the Jacobus Lions Ambulance Building in Jacobus, PA. This event aims to raise funds for the American Cancer Society, promoting awareness and support for cancer research and patient care. Participants can register for the race at a ..

The Breeze Thru the Trees 5k is a cross-country running event taking place at Ruppert Nurseries in Gaithersburg, Maryland, on April 13, 2025. Participants can choose between a 5K run and a 1-mile fun run, both set in a scenic tree nursery within Montgomery County’s Agricultural Reserve. Proceeds fro..

The Chopawamsic Challenge is an exciting 50K and 100K trail running event held in Prince William Forest Park. This race offers generous time cut-offs, making it suitable for both seasoned ultra-marathoners and those looking to extend their trail running experience. The course features predominantly ..

The C&O Canal 100 is a 100-mile ultramarathon set along the scenic Potomac River, ideal for both novice and experienced runners. The course features a combination of one 40-mile loop and two 30-mile loops on the historic C&O Canal towpath, providing beautiful riverside views and a smooth terrain. Pa..

Run to Remember is a commemorative running event held in Piney Run Park, Sykesville, MD, featuring various race options including a 50K, 50K Relay, 25K, 5 Mile, and an 8 Hour Challenge. This event honors the memory of lost loved ones and encourages participants to challenge themselves in their honor..

The Winchester Battlefield Half is a scenic running event taking place at the Third Winchester Battlefield, featuring a half marathon, 10k, and 5k. Participants can enjoy a chip-timed race with a finisher's medal and a technical event shirt. The event welcomes walkers and offers a virtual race optio..

The Spring Backyard Burn at Pohick Bay is an exciting trail running event hosted by EX2 Adventures, featuring a scenic course that runs along Gunston Cove and the Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge. Participants can choose between two distances: a 5.7-mile lap or a 10.1-mile double lap, with varyin..