Trail Running calendar near Lincoln 2025-2026

We have found 9 Trailruns within 80 miles of Lincoln. See below where and when you can find the races.

Hit the trails at Hitchcock Nature Center in Honey Creek IA on December 6 and 7 2025 with distances from a half marathon to 100 miles. The 101K combines the half with the 50 mile and long distance spots are limited.

Celebrate the holidays at the Angry Cow Trail Run on Dec 13 in Panama, Nebraska with 2, 4 and 6 mile options plus rucking. Wear festive gear and enjoy beanies, snacks and Colleen's chili on scenic trails.

February 2026

Join the Angry Cow Trail Run #1 at Wagon Train Lake near Hickman NE on Feb 21, 2026, with 3, 6, 12 mile and 40K trail distances for runners and ruckers. Snowshoes welcome if there is snow; entry includes shirt, snacks, drinks and awards.

April 2026

Join the Omaha Surf Wave Run 5K in Papillion for a fun community run around the soccer complex and Papio Trail. All abilities welcome and proceeds support Omaha Surf Soccer Club youth athletes with shirts, medals and post run snacks.

May 2026

Crown of the Crest at Calvin Crest near Fremont offers races from 100 miles to half marathon, plus Double Crown and Lucky 13. Tackle rugged single track loops on Platte River bluffs with steep climbs, plus swag and awards.

Take on the Angry Cow Trail Run and Obstacle Race at Rockford Lake on May 30 for about 4 to 5 miles of wooded trails, open pasture and fun challenges. Family friendly with a rucking option plus shirts, snacks and awards.

August 2026

Race rolling gravel roads near Lincoln, Nebraska with distances from 5k to 50k and scenic, hilly terrain. This two day Gravel Worlds Run Series is self supported with aid stations and offers solo and relay championship options.

October 2026

Hit the trails at Pawnee Lake for the Angry Cow Trail Run #3 in Lincoln on October 17. Choose 3 mile, 6 mile or 12 mile routes and enjoy a friendly race day with beanies, medals, snacks and drinks.

November 2026

Run the Angry Cow Trail Run #4 Vets Run at Indian Cave State Park on November 7 2026 for scenic trails through woods and the old town area. Multiple distances, great swag like a shirt and medal, and veterans and military enter free with ID.