Trail Running calendar near Tahlequah 2026-2027

Participate in a USATF certified 5k or 1 mile fun run in Fort Gibson during Memorial Day weekend. Support the installation of permanent flags while running through a scenic course honoring past and current service members.

A trail race day at Hobbs State Park on June 6, 2026 featuring 50K, 25K and 10K courses on runnable, not-too-technical trails; the event has donated over $100,000 to local groups since its 2006 start.

The Pig Trail Mud Run is a 5K obstacle course at Ecclesia College in Springdale, Arkansas on June 6, 2026. The event features mud obstacles, team entry options with group discounts, and published resources like a course map and race waivers..

A low-key running event in Braggs, Oklahoma featuring a five mile loop that can be repeated; participants receive a shirt and finisher medal, there is no official timing, and the field is limited to 250 runners.

Trail Nut 5K and 1 Mile are timed trail races at Turkey Mountain with finisher medals. A double entry earns two medals and the event is the second race in the Turkey Triple series.

A community running event at Cooper Elementary in Bella Vista featuring 5K, 10K and a 1 mile walk on the Lake Bella Vista Trail Course, with race kit items and age category awards.

A community trail event in Fayetteville combining a 1K adaptive dash for families affected by autism and a 5K loop through Kessler Mountain, organized by Mitchell’s Mountain to support local services and accessible trail development.

A night trail event at Twin Mountains Offroad Park with multiple trail and ruck distances, finisher medals, aid stations, post race food, and race photography included.

A 5K trail run at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve on Saturday, July 11, presented by PepsiCo and Storm Energy. The course uses forested singletrack, includes a kids fun run, and offers finisher medals, race shirts, and awards for patriotic att..

The 17th Annual Waterloop Trail Run takes place July 11, 2026 at Honor Heights Park in Muskogee, offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a 1 mile Fun Run on a looped course with water stations. Early registrants by June 28 receive a guaranteed t shirt an..

The fifth and final Sweat Hot Oklahoma Summer Trials in Nowata features 12 hour and 6 hour loop ultraruns plus a 5K on a 3.3 mile mixed asphalt and gravel loop, with aid stations, food service and finisher medals.

A community running event in Vian, Oklahoma on August 15, 2026 offering a 5K trail run, a 1K paved fun run/walk, and a virtual 5K available through August 22.

Experience a long standing Labor Day tradition at Tulsa's Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness. Runners navigate rugged trails under a thick forest canopy with a choice of two different race distances.

Conquer the Gauntlet Tulsa is a four mile obstacle course on September 12, 2026 featuring more than 25 obstacles. The family owned organizer lists youth registration and group pricing options.

Test your physical and mental endurance by running ten 5k loops every 2.5 hours over a 24 hour period. This 50k challenge in Tulsa features a paved river trail course and includes on site camping and provided meals.

KROP is a loop based trail event at Welling Ridge Trails near Tahlequah, offering distances from 4 miles to 40 miles plus a ruck relay. Expect rugged single track, a random bonus mile, and a heavy rock carrying challenge for adults.

An urban multi-loop running event in Tulsa on September 26, 2026, featuring marathon through 100 mile options. The unmarked 25 mile loop requires map navigation, uses QuikTrip aid stops, and has a 34 hour finish cutoff.

A community cross-country festival in Fayetteville, AR on October 2-3, 2026 offering a 1-mile dash and 4K/8K races. The event is run by a 501(c)(3) supporting Northwest Arkansas high school programs; registrations are donations and generall..

This October ultrarunning event in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, offers multiple distances on a scenic gravel course along the Illinois River. The race features rolling hills, aid stations staffed by experienced volunteers, and a festive finish line..

An 18 and up elimination trail race at Sunset Mountain in Noel, Missouri, using repeated 0.86 mile laps every 12 minutes. Entry is limited and proceeds support Sunset Mountain.