Trail Running Calendar Nevada 2025-2026

The Silver State 50/50 is a renowned endurance trail running event held annually at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, Nevada. Celebrating its 40th year, the race offers challenging distances of 50 miles, 50 kilometers, and a 13.1-mile trail half-marathon. The courses feature rugged terrain with signif..

The Sawmill Ultra, hosted by Triple Dare Running Company, takes place in the scenic Lee Canyon area of Mt. Charleston, Nevada, within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. This event offers a variety of race distances including a solo 38.45-mile ultra, marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 1-mile..

The Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, held in Carson City, Nevada, offer challenging trail races featuring spectacular views of Lake Tahoe and the Great Basin. In 2025, due to trail access issues, the event will host a 50K and a 14-mile race instead of the usual 100-mile and 100K distances. The 50K co..

Three Degrees of Hell is a running event hosted by Triple Dare Running Company at Silver Springs Recreation Center in Henderson, Nevada. The race features three distances: a 10K, 5K, and 1-mile run, all starting and finishing at the recreation center. After the race, participants can enjoy a swim pa..

The Burning Man Ultramarathon is a unique 50K (31-mile) race held annually at Burning Man in Black Rock City, Nevada. Set in the challenging desert environment, the course is flat and fun, offering runners a blend of endurance and playful atmosphere. Participants often don costumes and embrace the e..

XTERRA Lake Tahoe is a renowned off-road triathlon and trail running event held in the stunning setting of Lake Tahoe, United States. The classic triathlon course features a 1.5K swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe, followed by a challenging 35.5K bike ride that includes a sandy climb up..

The Carson Canyons Trail Runs, hosted by Ascent Runs, take place in the scenic Tahoe Basin area near Carson City, Nevada. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, this event offers four challenging trail distances: 6K, 12K, 22K, and 30K. As the first race in the Fall Trail Series, it provides runners with..

The Warrior Way 5K is a trail running event held at George Whittell High School in Zephyr Cove, Nevada, surrounded by scenic pine forests overlooking Lake Tahoe. Organized by the school's Student Council, the race features a 5K course that crosses creeks and logs, winding through natural terrain wit..

The Biggest Little Ultra is a multi-day ultrarunning event held at Sparks Marina in Sparks, Nevada, a scenic location featuring a 2-mile paved, lighted loop with minimal elevation gain. The race offers various fixed-time and fixed-distance options, including 6, 12, 24, and 48-hour races, as well as..

Ultra X Nevada is a challenging 220 km multi-stage ultramarathon held over five days in the stunning Red Rock Conservation Area and Spring Mountain Recreation Area near Las Vegas, USA. This trail race offers diverse terrain, from alpine forests to desert basins, with an elevation gain of 6,415 meter..

Trail of Terror is a Halloween-themed trail running event held at Lone Mountain Park in Las Vegas, NV. The race offers a variety of distances including a 50K, 50K relay (teams of 2-6), marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 1-mile kids' run, plus 4- and 6-hour timed events. The course features a ro..

The Red Rock Canyon Ultra is a challenging endurance race held near Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring 100K, 50K, and 17K distances. The course traverses the stunning Red Rock National Conservation Area, guiding runners through ancient Aztec sandstone canyons, washes, quarries, and limestone formations mi..

The Ferris Fifty is an endurance running event held in Minden, Nevada, featuring 50-mile, 50K, and 15K distances. Set in the scenic Carson Valley at the foot of the Sierra Nevada's Carson Range, the course offers a mix of single-track trails, OHV trails, and minimal pavement, with views of Job’s Pea..

Fire Fest Ultra is a vibrant trail running event held in Logandale, Nevada, near the stunning Valley of Fire State Park. Set in the Mojave Desert's colorful backcountry, the race offers a variety of distances including 1-mile kids' run, 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M, and a 2..

The Little Big Dog Trail Run will take place in Caliente on Saturday 24 January 2026.

The Vegas Polar Plunge 5K, held annually at the Silver Springs Recreation Center in Henderson, Nevada, offers participants a unique winter running experience. Runners can choose from a 5K, 1-mile, or virtual options, all culminating in a daring plunge into the cold outdoor pool, with water temperatu..

The Bootleg Boogie is an ultra running event held in Bootleg Canyon near Boulder City, Nevada, featuring distances of 100 miles, 50 miles, and a half marathon. The race takes place on a challenging 12.5-mile loop with over 90% singletrack trails, including 2,000 feet of elevation gain per lap, techn..

Jackpot Ultras is a premier ultramarathon event held at Cornerstone Park in Henderson, Nevada, near the Las Vegas Strip. The festival features multiple race distances including 6, 12, 24, and 48-hour events, as well as 50-mile, 100K, and 100-mile races on certified short and long loop courses. The s..

Grandmaster Ultras is an ultrarunning event held in the warm, scenic Arizona Strip, exclusively for runners aged 50 and above. The race features multiple distances: 50K, 50 miles, 100K, and 100 miles, with courses primarily on ATV trails showcasing desert landscapes. The 50K course is an out-and-bac..

The Trail Trashed Ultra, held in Henderson, Nevada, offers a variety of race distances including a 50k, marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k, and mile races for adults and kids. The course features adventurous and challenging trails such as the 601 and McCullough Hills, with a mix of wide groomed paths..