Trail Running calendar near Cougar 2026-2027

Join Wild Woman Trail Race Weekend in Trout Lake at Mt Adams for a women's trail running escape with 50K, marathon, relay and half marathon through fields and forests. Camp at basecamp then enjoy post run lunch and yoga with fellow runners.

Run scenic loops on Strawberry Island in the Columbia River Gorge through fields, forest, and river views. Distances from 10K to 100 miles, with aid stations, food, and a lively finish at North Bonneville Ball Fields.

Run along Mt Hood ridgelines from Parkdale to the Hood River Valley in Wy'east Wonder, a scenic point to point trail race offering 50 mile, 50K and a two person 50K relay. Expect ridgeline singletrack, big net downhill and orchard finishes.

Celebrate Independence Day with the Bigfoot Fun Run in Yacolt, WA on July 4. Choose a 5K or 10K run or walk and enjoy small town racing and community fun. Day of registration available.

Hellz Bellz Ultra in Yacolt, WA is a rugged trail race with a climb up Bells Mountain, stream crossings and Mt St Helens views, offering 50 mile, 50K and the Purgatory Trail Marathon. Tent camping is available and registration closes Apr 4.

Explore scenic trails around Timothy Lake and Mt Hood with 25K, 50K and 50 mile options largely on the Pacific Crest Trail. Enjoy soft but sometimes technical singletrack, full aid and a commemorative Mt Hood pint glass at the finish.

Join Camp Lug A Chug on July 25 2026 at Marble Mountain Sno Park near Cougar WA to hike supplies into remote aid stations for the Volcanic race. Each day is about 9 miles roundtrip, free to join and with a prize for the top weight carrier.

Hood Hundred is a challenging 100 mile mountain trail race on Mt Hood with roughly 17,300 ft of ascent and descent across a scenic lollipop loop. It is a Western States qualifier with a 34 hour cutoff and rewards finishers with a custom met..

Experience Mt St Helens up close at Volcanic, a rugged trail race from Marble Mountain Sno Park on August 1 and 2, 2026 with 50K and 25K options. Tackle lava and boulder fields, steep climbs and lush forest for a memorable mountain adventur..

Bigfoot 200 is a point to point ultramarathon through Mount St. Helens country, spanning roughly 200 miles of lava fields, ridgelines, old growth forest and river crossings. Expect rugged volcanic scenery and nonstop endurance.

Take on a 20 mile single track trail run around Mount St. Helens near Cougar, Washington, winding through lava fields, stream crossings and old growth forest. Rugged, scenic and unforgettable for trail lovers.

Wy’east Trailfest at Mt Hood Meadows on August 15 and 16, 2026 is a weekend of alpine trail racing from kids runs to a 50 Miler, climbing to 8,000 feet. Expect marked courses, full aid, chip timing, pro photos and a lively finish festival.

Experience the Post Canyon Half Marathon in Hood River Oregon on August 22 2026, a scenic trail race with waterfalls, mountain views and roughly 2300 ft of climbing. Enjoy aid stations, finisher swag and a lively trail atmosphere.

Run rugged singletrack around Mount St. Helens on August 29, 2026, choosing 50K, 20 Miler, or Half Marathon from the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater Lake. Camping, aid stations, chip timing, and epic volcanic views await.

Experience rugged singletrack and subalpine ridgelines at the Dark Divide Trail Races near Randle, Washington, Sept 4 to 6, 2026. Distances from a 15 Miler to a 100 Miler challenge runners with steep, technical trails and remote scenery.

Run a stunning 7.7 mile mountain course with 2,544 feet of climbing at Crystal Mountain, WA, featuring summit ridgeline views and technical single track. Limited to 700 entries and part of the Cirque Series with season points and buckle awa..

Join the 36th Three Course Challenge at Camp Rilea near Seaside, Oregon on September 26 for middle and high school cross country races with live music by The Last Regiment Drum Corps. Scenic 3k to 5k courses, team lodging and social events.

Autumn Leaves at Champoeg State Park in St Paul, OR features 30K, 50K and 50 mile multi loop races on a fast, mostly paved 10K loop with gentle rollers. Headlamp is required for the first lap and aid stations are on course.

Thunder River in Cascade Locks Oregon offers 50K and 25K trail courses on the Pacific Crest Trail, passing under the Bridge of the Gods and finishing at Marine Park. Expect scenic singletrack and dramatic Gorge views.

The Ruff is a 7 mile out and back trail to Dog Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, climbing about 3,000 feet on scenic single track before a fast descent. Finishers enjoy beer, pizza and podium awards.