Trail Running calendar near Ellensburg 2026-2027

A mountain trail event near Greenwater, WA offering 50M, 50K and 25K courses with big climbs, Palisades views of Mt. Rainier, technical single-track and multiple aid stations.

Run the Trestle in Maple Valley on July 25, 2026 offers a USATF sanctioned half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K and 5K on a hard packed limestone trail with shaded sections. Registration includes a race T shirt and a finisher medal.

A loaded trail event at Esmeralda Trailhead in Cle Elum, Washington on August 1, 2026. Two options: a 13 mile route with 4,406 ft elevation gain and a 9 mile mini with 2,831 ft, each requiring a 20 lb dry load.

Tunnel Vision Marathon & Half Marathon on August 9, 2026 near North Bend WA features a mostly downhill, USATF certified rail-trail with about 1,000 feet net elevation drop and a marathon that qualifies for Boston.

A 24 hour festival of hourly five kilometer races at Kearin Family Farm in Bonney Lake, WA. Runners may complete between one and 24 laps and can camp on site while enjoying music, food, and games.

A two-day team trail relay at Crystal Mountain Ski Resort on August 21 and 22, 2026, featuring three National Forest loops, a mid-race gondola ride, and alpine views of Mt. Rainier. Multiple team formats and pricing tiers are available.

A point to point trail race in the Cascades with 50K and 50M options along Kachess Ridge, a high point at Thorp Mountain Lookout, and a finish at Salmon La Sac SnoPark with camping and post-race food.

A multi-distance trail weekend in early September 2026 through the Dark Divide Roadless Area in the Washington Cascades, featuring a 100 Mile race with a 48 hour cutoff, a new point to point 100K, a 50K and a 14 Mile Fun Run.

Multi-day ultrafestival in Bonney Lake with 3.2 mile looped laps, a central aid station, free adjacent camping, and events from 6 hour to 100 mile.

A point to point marathon and half marathon on the Palouse to Cascades Trail in North Bend, WA, featuring downhill profiles, a Snoqualmie Tunnel section, lake views, USATF certification and timed race services.

Beat The Blerch in Carnation, WA offers 5K, 10K, half and full marathon distances on a flat out and back gravel trail through mossy evergreen forest, with stocked aid stations including Nutella sandwiches and birthday cake.

A backyard ultra in Richland where runners repeat a 4.16667 mile trail loop each hour until one finisher remains; single aid station, overnight support, and a custom belt buckle for reaching 100 miles.

A self supported trail event in Roslyn WA featuring a 51.3 mile ridge and summit route with minimal aid and required GPS navigation.

The Tunnel Light Marathon & Half Marathon in North Bend, WA on September 13, 2026 uses a USATF certified, packed gravel course with about 1,000 feet net downhill; the marathon is a Boston qualifier and aid stations are provided.

Cirque Series at Crystal Mountain is a 7.9 mile trail race with 2,614 feet of vertical gain on September 19, 2026. Sport, Expert and Pro divisions offer prizes and series points, and timing is by disposable bib chip.

A remote self supported trail event near Leavenworth, WA offering a *100K* and a *100 Miler*, with about 21,000 feet of elevation change and a single re supply point after the 100K. Proceeds support local Search and Rescue and veteran group..

Ultra Fest in Easton, WA, is a flat, fast ultramarathon weekend on September 19 to 20, 2026. Multiple distances from 25K to 100 Mile are offered and day-of packet pick-up is available.

Remote mountain ultraruns near Cle Elum WA offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 50K routes on rocky trails with large elevation gain. Mandatory kit, spaced aid stations, and a trail work or donation requirement apply for 100 mile entrants.

Experience the historic landscapes and vibrant forests of Cle Elum and Roslyn. Choose between a 10K or 15K trail run through the scenic coal mining heritage of the Pacific Northwest.

A two-day trail festival in North Bend, WA featuring a 30K mountain race, a steep vertical kilometer, a 10K and a double option with extensive climbing, festival activities, sponsor demos, and community-focused awards.