Trail Running calendar near Bellingham 2025-2026

Kill Bill’s Oyster Dome Challenge is a challenging trail running event held at Blanchard Mountain, Washington. Participants can choose between a 25k or a 50k race, with the 50k consisting of two loops of the 25k course. The course features a tough ascent known as Kill Bill Hill, a tribute to local u..

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Ladysmith is a premier trail running event held at Transfer Beach Park in Ladysmith, BC. It features two main race distances: a Long Course of approximately 20 km and a Short Course of about 10 km, both showcasing some of Western Canada's most scenic trail..

The Summer Eddy Trail Run, part of the Tuesday Night Trail to Grill series, takes place at St. Edward State Park in Kenmore, Washington. Offering 4-mile and 8-mile distances, the course features a mix of wide trails and twisting single track with swooping turns, moderate roots, and rocks, providing..

Dirt Circus - Seattle is a free community trail running event held in Seattle, Washington, celebrating local races, run clubs, and running culture. Organized by UltraSignup, this one-day festival features a social group run with options for a 4-mile or 6.5-mile route, followed by a lively expo at Se..

Buckin' Hell is a challenging trail running event hosted by Salomon Coast Mountain Trail Running, held at Mt Seymour Resort in North Vancouver, BC. The race features rugged terrain with nearly 2,500 meters (8,250 feet) of climbing and descent through the North Shore Mountains. Participants can choos..

Hamster Endurance Runs is a multi-distance ultrarunning event held annually at Lake Padden in Bellingham, Washington. Established in 2013, the race offers 6, 12, 24, and 32-hour endurance challenges on a well-marked 2.6-mile loop trail around the lake, featuring compact dirt and crushed gravel with..

Larrabee Lakes is a trail running event held in Bellingham, Washington, starting and finishing at Fairhaven Park. The race offers three distances: 12K, 25K, and 50K, winding through lush green forests and past picturesque lakes within Larrabee State Park. Runners experience a mix of smooth singletra..

Race the Reserve is a scenic running event held in Coupeville, Washington, on Whidbey Island. Scheduled for August 9, 2025, it offers multiple race distances including a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a virtual race option. The course features a unique blend of seaside bluffs, dense forests, dirt and p..

The Elphinstone Ascent is a vertical kilometre (VK) running event held in Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada. Participants challenge themselves to ascend a steep course, aiming to earn the title of King or Queen of the Mountain, or simply enjoy the climb alongside fellow outdoor enthusiasts. The even..

The Olympic Mountains Trail Races, held in the Olympic National Forest near Quilcene, Washington, offer challenging trail running events over two days in August. Distances include a rugged 100K with 14,200 feet of elevation gain on mostly single-track trails, a demanding 50K featuring 8,600 feet of..

The Nesters Market Squamish 50, presented by Salomon, is a challenging mountain trail running event held in Squamish, British Columbia, known as the Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada. The marquee 50-mile race features over 85% singletrack trails with more than 11,000 feet of elevation gain and lo..

The Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Cobble Hill is a premier trail running event held at Quarry Nature Park in Cobble Hill, BC, Canada. Now in its 8th year, this race features challenging single-track trails through the Cobble Hill Mountain Recreation area, showcasing classic West Coast terr..

The Paradise Valley Trail Run, held at Paradise Valley Conservation Area in Woodinville, Washington, offers 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances on gently rolling trails. The course features a mix of wide promenades and narrow, winding paths through wetland cedar groves and gentle ridges, providing..

The Handloggers Half Marathon is an annual 21 km mountain trail race held on Bowen Island, British Columbia, featuring a challenging counterclockwise loop around Mt. Gardner. Located just a 20-minute ferry ride from West Vancouver, the course offers stunning views and trails through pristine forest...

Finlayson Arm is a challenging trail running event held in Victoria, British Columbia, featuring distances of 28K, 50K, and 50 miles. The course includes a mix of single track, double track, and coastal mountain trails through old growth forests and Arbutus trees. Runners face significant elevation..

The GOAT Run in Port Angeles, Washington, is a challenging trail running event featuring a half marathon, marathon, and 50K race along the scenic Olympic Adventure Trail. The point-to-point course traverses Kelly Ridge between Olympic National Park and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, finishing at the st..

Lap the Bluffs is an exciting trail running event held at Smoke Bluffs Park in Squamish, British Columbia. The race features a scenic 4.1 km loop course through forested trails and offers multiple race formats to suit different runners. Participants can choose from a fun Coffee Run (one lap), a 3-ho..

Corn Maze Craze is a unique fall running event held at Bob’s Corn & Pumpkin Farm in Snohomish, Washington. Scheduled for September 13, 2025, it offers 5k and 7k distances that combine trail running with the adventure of navigating a corn maze. The course features a run along dirt farm roads through..

Nooksack Ridgelines is a multi-day trail running event held in the North Cascades, Washington, featuring stunning high-country scenery shaped by volcanic and glacial forces. Over four days, runners tackle daily distances ranging from 7 to 34 miles across challenging ridgelines such as Excelsior Ridg..

The Be Fearless Trail Marathon is an annual trail running event held at Alice Lake Provincial Park in Squamish, British Columbia. The 9th edition in 2025 offers marathon (42km), half marathon (21km), 11km, and a 1.5km fun run, featuring challenging climbs, descents, and scenic trails through forests..