Nebraska
Nebraska Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Nebraska for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 28 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Nebraska below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Trail races of 4, 8 and 12 miles at Branched Oak Lake near Raymond NE with shirts, awards, refreshments, and a required headlamp for the night run.
Black Sheep Race in Bellevue NE offers a 10K ruck, 10K, 5K and a family 1 Mile with packet pickup options, postrace breakfast and partial proceeds to local organizations.
A multi-discipline event at Potters Pasture on October 17, 2026 featuring gravel races, trail runs, a mountain bike course, camping, on-site food, and fundraising for rebuilding.
Looped trail races at Glenn Cunningham Lake in Omaha offering 5 mile, 10.5 mile, 21 mile, 50K and a 50 mile option. Two buffet style aid stations support runners and registration for 2026 is open with a 500 runner cap.
A 50K ultramarathon in Brainard Nebraska featuring a crew-friendly loop on gravel and dirt roads, aid stations, long sleeve shirts, and free camping.
Community cross country evening event at Woods Park on October 24, 2026 featuring a one-mile youth loop and an all-ages 5K on grass.
A community 5K on the White River Trail between Fort Robinson State Park and Crawford City Park with a kids fun run and proceeds supporting the local swimming pool.
November 2026
A Backyard Ultra in O'Neill on a certified 4.17 mile loop along the Cowboy Trail, run hourly until one runner completes a loop more than all others. The race provides water and Proxima C fuel, race swag, and a custom belt buckle for the winner.
Trail races at Indian Cave State Park on November 7, 2026, with 4, 8, 12 miles and 32K options, rucker category, free entry for veterans, and medals for top three.
Final race of the 2026 orienteering series in Panama NE featuring a 5 Miles trail and town course, solo and team divisions, and a 3 hour time limit.
Trail races in Lincoln, NE on November 21, 2026: a 25K loop and a 10K course through Wilderness Park with limited entry, aid stations, and proceeds to Friends of Wilderness Park.
Thanksgiving trail event in Omaha with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and kids race; proceeds benefit Food Bank for the Heartland.
February 2027
Orienteering at StageCoach Lake near Hickman, NE on February 13, 2027: about 15 miles with solo and team entries, CalTopo maps, a three hour cutoff, and a $40 fee.
A self supported winter gravel event in Lincoln Nebraska on February 20 2027 offering bike distances up to 100k and a 10k gravel run in winter conditions.
March 2027
Trail event at Branched Oak Lake on March 20, 2027 offering 3, 6 and 9 mile options with shirts, snacks and awards; registration runs Dec 3 to Mar 4.
April 2027
Point-to-point 100 mile race on the Cowboy Trail from Valentine to Atkinson with aid stations about every 14 miles and a 34 hour cutoff.
Trail run at Wagon Train Lake near Hickman NE on April 24 2027 offering 3, 6 and 12 mile courses with a rucking option and included race items.
May 2027
A multiday endurance event at Willow Creek State Recreation Area with timed 3- to 48-hour races on a 4-mile loop, onsite aid, camping, and time-specific awards.
June 2027
A multi-distance trail race at Willow Creek State Recreation Area near Pierce, Nebraska featuring 50 mile, 50K, marathon and half marathon distances on a 10 mile loop.
5K mud run at Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch in Papillion NE on June 13, 2027; waivers required and spectators $10 cash.