Brighton
Trail Running Calendar near Brighton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Brighton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 31 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A 3.1 mile trail run in Corner Canyon with 508 ft elevation gain, dirt trails, GPS-segment timing, and a group run on October 12, 2026.
A Halloween obstacle run in Salt Lake City where actor zombies chase participants across a themed course and flags represent three survivor lives.
A timed Backyard Ultra on a paved 4.167 mile loop along the Jordan River with 4, 8, and 12 hour options, live lap timing, and finisher medals.
A 5K trail race on October 17, 2026 at Springer Hollow Group Campsite with mostly singletrack terrain, about 500 feet of climb, and access to festival activities.
A backyard ultra in Round Valley, Park City where runners complete a 4.167 miles loop each hour until one runner remains.
A zombie themed 5K in Midway, Utah on October 24, 2026, with chasing zombies, action obstacles, fog, lighting, and sound effects. Open to ages 12 and up with adult supervision required for ages 12 to 16; $2 per ticket supports Primary Children's Hosp..
Fixed-time endurance races around Liberty Park in Salt Lake City with 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour individual and 12 hour relay options on a 1.4 mile loop.
November 2026
A 12 hour Provo trail race where runners repeat a 2 mile out and back with 1,000 feet of ascent per mile and one stocked aid station.
A 1,000 meter mountain ascent on the west face of Grandeur Peak raising funds for Primary Children’s Hospital with all entry fees donated.
A mountain Thanksgiving Turkey Trot at Solitude Ski Resort with a marked 5K, a hike, and a one mile kids fun run plus refreshments, raffle prizes, and cash awards.
December 2026
Festive Santa-themed races in West Jordan on 12/05/2026, offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and a virtual option with a Santa suit included.
January 2027
Celebrate New Year's Day with a run at the Olympic Oval in Kearns. Choose between traditional distances from 5K to a full marathon or see how many laps you can complete in five hours.
March 2027
Timed backyard ultra on a 4.167 mile woodchipped loop at Dimple Dell Regional Park with 4, 8, and 12 hour options, live lap timing, and mountain views.
April 2027
A last person standing backyard ultra at Deer Creek Reservoir where runners repeat a 4.167-mile loop each hour until one runner remains.
May 2027
Trail half marathon in Herriman, Utah on May 1, 2027 featuring 13.1 miles of mostly single track, 1,681 ft elevation gain, aid stations, and locally made finisher medals.
A timed Backyard Ultra at Butterfield Trailhead using hourly 4.167 mile loops in 4, 8, or 12 hour formats with live lap timing and finisher awards.
A multi-distance trail running event in the Salt Lake City foothills on May 22, 2027 featuring 50-mile, 50K, half marathon, 10K, and a 2K family loop.
June 2027