Trail Running Calendar Nevada 2025-2026

The Silver State 50/50 is an annual endurance event held at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, featuring a 50-mile, 50-kilometer, and trail half-marathon race. Celebrating its 40th year, the race offers challenging courses through rugged terrain, including steep climbs, single-track trails, and scenic..

The Sawmill Ultra, held in the scenic Lee Canyon of Mt. Charleston, Nevada, offers a variety of race distances including a 38.45-mile ultra, marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a kids' 1-mile run. Participants can compete solo or in three-person relays, covering three counterclockwise loops of app..

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..

The Three Degrees of Hell is a challenging running event organized by Triple Dare Running Co., held at the Silver Springs Recreation Center in Henderson, Nevada. It features three race distances: a 10K, 5K, and 1-mile race, with start times in the evening. The course offers a demanding route, and pa..

The Burning Man Ultramarathon is a 50-kilometer race held in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada during Burning Man. Open to all ultrarunners and festival participants, the event features a flat, fun course through the Dusty Playa, emphasizing community, creativity, and self-expression. Participants oft..

XTERRA Lake Tahoe is a renowned off-road triathlon and trail running event set in the stunning natural landscape 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..

The Carson Canyons Trail Runs is part of Ascent Runs' Fall Trail Series, taking place on September 27, 2025. The event offers multiple race distances, including 6K, 12K, 22K, and 30K, providing challenging trail running experiences amid the scenic Carson Canyons. Organized to promote outdoor activit..

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 Ferris Fifty is an endurance running event scheduled for November 8, 2025, in Minden, Nevada. It features three race distances: a 50-mile, a 50K, and a 15K. The course traverses the scenic foothills of Carson Valley, incorporating a mix of dirt, gravel, sand, and pavement, with views of Job’s Pe..

The Red Rock Canyon Ultra is an endurance trail running event held near Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring 100K, 50K, and 17K races through the scenic Red Rock NCA. The course traverses ancient canyons, limestone formations, and washes, offering a rugged and picturesque landscape. Runners navigate aid sta..

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 at the Silver Springs outdoor pool in Henderson, Nevada, offers participants a unique winter running experience. Runners can choose from a 5K, 1-mile, or virtual options, all finishing with an optional plunge into cold water, which has ranged from the high 30s to low..

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..

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..

Deja Vu is a multi-distance running event held at Mountain's Edge Regional Park in Las Vegas, NV. The race offers a variety of distances including a 1 Mile kids' run, 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, 50K, and a 1-6 person 50K relay. The course features a 2.2-mile loop, allowing relay teams to divid..