Nebraska
Nebraska Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Nebraska for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 21 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Nebraska below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
An evening 10K trail race in Elmwood, Nebraska held under a full harvest moon as part of the BRIN Running Series.
A point to point ultra on Nebraska’s Cowboy Trail offering 200 mile and 100 mile options over mostly crushed gravel, with staffed aid stations, sleep stations, distance specific finisher buckles, and cash prizes for top finishers.
October 2026
Community fundraiser in Hickman, NE with a 1-mile fun run and a 5K trail run supporting the Norris Food Backpack Program.
Trail races at Branched Oak Lake on October 10 offering 4, 8 and 12 mile distances with shirts, awards, snacks and a rucker start option.
Community race in Bellevue NE on October 10, 2026 offering a 10K ruck, 10K, 5K and family mile with event swag and postrace breakfast.
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.
Experience the 43rd annual Bohemian Alps Endurance Runs in Brainard, Nebraska, featuring a hilly half marathon, 4 mile run, and kids mile on scenic gravel and dirt roads.
Evening community runs at Woods Park featuring a youth one mile and an all ages 5K on a multi lap grass course with gloves and a drink koozy for on time registrants.
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.
Orienteering finale in Panama Nebraska on November 21 2026 featuring a 5 mile foot course through creek and pasture trails and town checkpoints with solo and team categories
Experience the singletrack trails of Wilderness Park in Lincoln at this grassroots event featuring a 25K loop and a 10K course to support local trail conservation.
Enjoy a trail run on Thanksgiving morning in Omaha with a half marathon, 10K, or 5K race where all proceeds benefit Food Bank for the Heartland.
April 2027
Experience a flat and non technical 100 mile point to point race along the historic Cowboy Trail through the beautiful Nebraska back country.
May 2027
Timed 48, 24, 12, 6 and 3 hour races at Willow Creek State Recreation Area on a 4 mile out and back loop with aid stations and campground facilities.
June 2027
No Shame Shindig on June 12, 2027 at Willow Creek State Recreation Area near Pierce NE features a 50 mile race plus 50K, marathon and half marathon with stocked aid stations.
5K mud run at Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch in Papillion NE on June 13, 2027; waivers required and spectators $10 cash.
August 2027
A multi-distance running event in Valentine, Nebraska that supports the local schools foundation with a USATF certified course, aid stations, timing, pacing, and a finish festival.