Trail Running Calendar Mississippi 2025-2026

The Live Oak Ultra is an inaugural 50K running event organized by Rougarou Running, taking place in Biloxi and Ocean Springs, MS. Participants will enjoy a scenic route that includes iconic landmarks such as the Biloxi Lighthouse and the Gulf Islands National Seashore State Park. The event features ..

Frosty 15 is a trail running event featuring both a 15-mile and a 15K race, set in the scenic Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail in Madison, MS. The course is characterized by a rugged, single-track trail that offers a unique running experience. Participants will enjoy t..

The Mississippi Trail 50 is an annual running event held in the DeSoto National Forest, featuring multiple race distances including 100 miles, 50 miles, 50K, and 20K. Participants can enjoy a scenic course primarily on single-track trails through rolling pine forests. The event allows runners to swi..

Kick Up the Dust is the 8th Annual Trail Run organized by the Good Samaritan Center, taking place at Choctaw Trails in Clinton, MS. Participants can choose from three distances: 4k, 8k, or 14k. The event promises a fun atmosphere, delicious food, and a chance to support a worthy cause, as the Good S..

The Fondren Urban Ultra is a 12-hour timed road race taking place in the scenic Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, MS. Runners navigate a USATF certified 3.1-mile loop featuring a mix of hills and flat terrain. Participants can run as many laps as they desire, making it suitable for both seasoned ultr..

The Bone Yard Trail Race, taking place on May 10, 2025, at Mt. Zion Bike Trail in Brookhaven, MS, offers a variety of race options including a 10-mile, 20-mile, and 50K distance. This annual event, formerly known as Dust N Bones, promotes health and fitness while showcasing the beautiful, challengin..

The Circle of the Dragon is a 12-hour endurance running event taking place at Bonita Lakes Park in Meridian, MS. Participants will navigate a challenging 4.6-mile loop course, with the goal of completing as many laps as possible within the time limit. Runners can earn milestone awards based on the d..

The 2025 Homochitto Hammer is a dynamic running and mountain biking event taking place in Roxie, Mississippi, from May 17 to May 18, 2025. Participants can choose from various events, including a 10-mile and 20-mile trail run, as well as 10-mile and 20-mile mountain bike races. Additionally, there i..

The State Games of Mississippi Trail Race is a 4.6-mile off-road running event taking place at Bonita Lakes in Meridian, Mississippi. Scheduled for June 28, 2025, the race features various age divisions for both male and female participants, ranging from 13 and under to 80 and over. Awards include g..

The Big Butts event, organized by the Mississippi Ultra and Trail Society (MUTS), is a trail running race featuring distances of 100K, 50K, 25K Fun Run, and a 100K Relay. Set in Jackson, MS, participants will navigate 7.75-mile loops on scenic trails, facing the challenge of Mississippi's heat and h..

Death by 5K in Brandon, MS, is an intense running challenge where participants attempt to complete ten 5K races within 24 hours. The event takes place at the RunStrong Training Center, with races starting every 2.5 hours. Runners can rest in their vehicles or set up tents in a designated area.The ev..

The Ivy Trek Ultra is an exciting trail running event held at Clarkco State Park in Mississippi, featuring three distances: 50K, 25K, and 12.5K. Participants navigate a scenic 7.78-mile loop that combines double track and single track trails, offering challenging terrain and beautiful views of Ivy L..