Trail Running calendar near Cougar 2025-2026

Backcountry Rise takes runners into the Mt St Helens backcountry for scenic, rugged trail running. Race 50K, 20 mile, or half marathon loops at Coldwater Lake with aid, camping, and proceeds benefiting the Mt St Helens Institute.

Run the rugged trails of the Dark Divide in Washington's central Cascades at the scenic Cispus Learning Center September 4-6, 2026. Choose from a 100 mile, 50K or 15 mile course across steep, technical singletrack.

Experience alpine ridgelines and summit views at the Cirque Series on Crystal Mountain. This challenging roughly eight mile course delivers big climbing, marked trails, aid stations and a festive finish at the resort.

Join the 36th Three Course Challenge at Camp Rilea near Seaside Oregon, a spirited cross country meet for middle and high school runners celebrating the sport since 1990. Multiple scenic courses and lively weekend festivities make this a mu..

Autumn Leaves is a scenic fall ultrarunning event at Champoeg State Park near St Paul, OR offering 30K, 50K and 50M on a fast, mostly paved 10K loop with fall foliage and camping onsite. A free Kids Run adds family fun; bring a cup or hydra..

The Thunder River will take place in Cascade Locks on Saturday 7 November 2026. You can run between 25 and 50 kilometers.