Nevada
Nevada Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Nevada for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 34 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Nevada below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
An Alice in Wonderland themed night event at Echo Canyon State Park featuring a 1.8 mile reservoir loop and multiple unusual race formats from timed loops to dice-based team runs.
September 2026
A volunteer-run 50 kilometer ultramarathon at Pink Lightning Camp during Burning Man on September 1, 2026. Entry is free with a Burning Man ticket and registration, and bib pickup takes place in the days before the race.
A USATF sanctioned trail 5k at Hidden Valley Regional Park in Reno on September 5, 2026. Proceeds benefit Azteca FC and all participants receive a shirt, finisher medal, and sticker.
A just over 10 mile out and back trail climb to the 10,776' Mt. Rose summit raising funds for Washoe County Search and Rescue. Single-track mountain trail, two water-only aid stations, volunteer stopwatch timing, USATF sanctioned.
A five-hour navigation rogaine on desert trails around the Reno Sports Complex with unique checkpoints, on-site water and restrooms, and free registration.
Trail runs in Incline Village NV offering 5K and 10K on pine and aspen trails with creek crossings and a start and finish at the Village Green.
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-run trail 5K in Zephyr Cove with an 800 meter kids run, creek and log crossings, medals, popsicles for kids, and student-designed shirts sold separately.
A three day trail festival at Zephyr Point with long and short daily trail options on the Tahoe Rim Trail Flume Trail and Pacifc Crest Trail, plus lakeside headquarters.
October 2026
An obstacle race weekend in Henderson at Nevada State University Oct 3–4, 2026 featuring Sprint 5K, Super 10K, kids races, Hurricane Heat options and an obstacle workshop.
A two day ultra at Sparks Marina near Reno with timed and fixed distance events on a paved, lighted loop. Options include 3, 6, 12, 24 and 48 hour races, 50 and 100 miles, plus a 6 hour relay.
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.
A 9.4 mile hill climb in Reno on October 17, 2026, with 3,018 feet of elevation gain from Melton Elementary School to Peavine Peak and back.
A trail running event at Jacks Valley Elementary School featuring fire roads and single track with steep sections and scenic views, multiple distance options, mapped courses in CalTopo, and no finisher or division awards.
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
On November 7, 2026 in Las Vegas this event offers a 5k trail, a 1k paved walk, and a virtual 5k option. Free oral cancer screenings are offered and proceeds support the Pharar Foundation.
A Veterans Day community run in Carson City offering a flat 5K looped course and a 1 mile park loop with awards and proceeds benefiting local student programs.