Trail Running Calendar Mississippi 2025-2026

Run scenic single track trails at Trace State Park in the Tupelo Trail Shuffle, with 10K and 20K options, finisher medals and hoodies planned. Part of the proceeds support Mississippi State Parks.

Explore Bonita Lakes Park in Meridian, Mississippi on January 3, 2026 with 50K, 25K, or 12.5K trail distances across rooty single track, jeep trail, and rolling hills. Each loop finishes on the Mardi Gras Trail with beads and a playful down..

Kick off the new year with the NovonaRun Start Fast 5K on January 3, 2026 in New Albany, Mississippi. Enjoy a flat, smooth park loop, finisher medal and postrace awards for top finishers.

Supported urban 50K in Biloxi and Ocean Springs, Mississippi, hugging beaches and passing the Biloxi Lighthouse before a downtown finish and celebration at Altered Reality Brewing. All finishers receive a unique award.

Discover the Natchez Trace on Frosty 15, an out and back single track trail race in Madison County on February 14, offering 15.5 mile and 15K options. Limited to 120 runners, this chip timed, cupless event promises rugged winter trail fun.

Run the 30th annual Mississippi Trail 50 on the Longleaf Horse Trail in De Soto National Forest March 6 to 7, 2026. Scenic pine single track loops offer distances from 20K to 100 miles, with belt buckles for 50 and 100 mile finishers.

Honoring Our Heroes 4th Annual 5K and 2 Mile Ruck at Camp Meridale raises funds and awareness for veterans and their families. This scenic trail event through woods and hills is postponed until a new date is announced.

Frosty 15: Tackle rugged single track on the Natchez Trace with 15.5 mile and 15k options on an out and back course. This cupless, chip timed trail race asks runners to carry their own hydration while enjoying a scenic, wintery route. Fond..

Run a scenic 7.78 mile loop at Clarkco State Park, repeating it to reach distances up to the ultra within a 10 hour limit. Enjoy lakeside views, bridges, one aid station and camping for a full race weekend.