Trail Running calendar near Jackson 2026-2027

We have found 6 Trailruns within 80 miles of Jackson. See below where and when you can find the races.

A trail race on the Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace in Madison MS offering a 15.5 mile course and a 15K out and back, two aid stations, a 120 runner cap, and chip timing with a five hour limit.

Join the inaugural Kamassa Trail Run in Crystal Springs to support Mississippi's only fully accessible year round camp for people with special needs. Choose a 5K or 1 mile fun roll, then enjoy live music, food and camp tours.

March 2026

Take on the 30th Mississippi Trail 50 in DeSoto National Forest near Laurel, MS on March 6 to 7, 2026 with 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and 20K options. Scenic single track, aid stations, post race food and belt buckles for 50M and 100M finishers..

April 2026

Push your limits at the Oh Henry! Go Henry! 30 Hour Ultra Run Festival in Vicksburg. Run as many 0.5 mile laps as you can in a 30 hour timed event with a small, supportive field and a 50 mile challenge for ambitious runners.

July 2026

Big Butts is a looped single track trail event at Mississippi College Choctaw Trails offering 100K, 50K, 25K and a 100K relay, with aid stations, looped terrain, and specified time limits.

August 2026

A 24 hour challenge in Brandon Mississippi where participants run ten 5k legs on the same course at RunStrong Training Center. Meals, snacks and resting areas are provided and finishers receive a custom finisher's coffin.