Nevada
Nevada Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Nevada for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 35 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Nevada below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
Out and back hill climb of just under 10 miles at Mt. Rose Summit Trailhead raising funds for Washoe County Search and Rescue with summit views from Relay Peak.
5K and 10K trail runs from the Village Green in Incline Village, NV on a course through tall pines, aspens, and creek crossings.
A five hour rogaining event on desert trails in Reno on September 13, 2026 with free registration, on site water, restrooms, and snacks.
Trail runs at Long Ranch Park in Carson City on September 19, 2026, with 6K, 12K and 22K options. Aid stations offer water and snacks but runners must bring a bottle; there are no division awards.
Trail runs of 10k, 5k and a free 2k family run at James Lee Memorial Park in Carson City. 5k and 10k registration includes a one year CVTA membership and tech shirts are provided to finishers.
A student-hosted trail event at George Whittell High School offering a 5K and an 800 meter kids fun run on wooded trails with creek crossings.
Three days of trail running at Zephyr Point on the Tahoe Rim Trail, Flume Trail and Pacific Crest Trail with long and short daily options and all-inclusive lodging and meals.
October 2026
Two-day Spartan obstacle race at Nevada State University near Henderson with Sprint and Super distances, kids races, Hurricane Heat formats and an obstacle workshop.
Multi day ultrarunning event at Sparks Marina offering fixed time races and 50 and 100 mile options on a paved, lighted loop.
A community-focused race fundraiser in Carson City offering a half marathon, 10K, 5K, family fun run and a 0.0 None Run to support Legacy Christian Academy facilities.
Races at Red Rock Canyon include a 5K run and walk, a runners only 17K with a three hour time limit, and a virtual 5K with mailed medals. Courses start at the Visitor Center and combine trails with sections of the scenic drive.
Trail running event in Carson City offering 21K (14 miles), 10K and 5K on fire roads and single track, with one aid station on the 21K.
Battle Born Trail Run at Cathedral Gorge State Park on October 24, 2026 offers four trail distances including a new 18.64 mile course. Routes are marked on dirt trails with aid stations, custom finisher medals, and a virtual option.
5K and 10K trail races at Sand Harbor State Park on Lake Tahoe's East Shore with a costume contest, race shirt, digital photo, and post-race festivities.
November 2026
Community run and walk raising funds for the Pharar Foundation with 5k and 1k routes at Floyd Lamb Park plus a virtual 5k option.
Reno trail event on Nov 7, 2026 with a steep technical 10K and a milder 5K; 100% of proceeds support the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.
Veterans Day runs in Carson City offering a flat scenic 5K and 1 Mile at Silver Saddle Ranch, with fees supporting Carson High Safe Grad and a donation to Nation's Finest.
Trail ultramarathon near Las Vegas with 100K, 50K and 17K routes through sandstone canyons, quarries and desert valleys.
Trail races at Prison Hill Recreation Area near Carson City offering 5K, 10K and 21K courses on single and two track trails with water aid on the 21K.