Trail Running calendar near Ellensburg 2026-2027

On April 25, 2026 in Leavenworth WA, the Leavenworth Firefighter Challenge presented by Mystery Ranch features a 6.2 mile course with 1,665 feet of climb. The event offers three categories named Probie, Arduous, and Sawyer.

Run through the night on a scenic ranch loop in Cle Elum. This 12-hour event features a community aid station, camping, and a post-run breakfast. It's a unique opportunity for a nighttime trail adventure.

A trail running festival near Ellensburg, WA on April 26, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and a free kids dash among wind turbines with guided wind farm tours, food and a tree planting swag option.

Experience a flat and fast USATF certified race along the Cedar River in Maple Valley featuring scenic trestles and limestone paths. Finishers enjoy a medal and hot chili after completing their choice of a half marathon 10k or 5k.

Tiger Claw is a multi route trail event on Tiger Mountain near Issaquah on May 8 and 9, 2026. It features a *50k* plus Ascent, Big Cat and Ambush routes, and requires completion of three summit loops within the event cutoff.

A 20th anniversary running event in Maple Valley, WA on May 9, 2026, with races from a half marathon to 50K. The riverside, wooded course offers modest support, a piggy medal for finishers, and a strictly enforced cutoff.

A trail race at Rattlesnake Ridge near Snoqualmie offering 5K, 5.8 mile and half marathon routes on single-track trails with significant climbing, ridge views, and aid stations on the longer courses.

A trail running weekend in Leavenworth, Washington featuring races from a town 5K to a two loop 55K. Courses use Ski Hill ridgelines with significant elevation gain, aid stations, festival activities, and awards across multiple divisions.

An ultramarathon in Puyallup, WA offering 50 mile and 50k courses along the paved Foothills Trail. The route includes the new White River bridge, multiple aid stations, and a 15 hour cutoff for the 50 mile distance.

A two day trail running weekend in Chelan, WA with single loop courses, scenic views toward Lake Chelan, and distances from a 1 mile kids race to a Saturday 50K; camping is available before and after the race days.

Explore the open pine forests of the Teanaway Valley with 2, 4, or 8 hour navigation challenges. Use detailed orienteering maps to find checkpoints in a beautiful landscape featuring wildflowers and rugged terrain.

A trail race in Teanaway Community Forest near Cle Elum, Washington on May 31, 2026, offering 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon distances on dirt roads and singletrack with aid stations and notable elevation gain.

Trail races on the east flank of Tiger Mountain near Issaquah, WA, offering 5k, 12.6k and a 13.56-mile Half Marathon on well-marked loop courses with aid stations, parking at a DNR trailhead, and youth discounts.

A downhill marathon and half marathon near Snoqualmie Pass on June 7, 2026 with an alternate fully permitted course, about 1,000 feet of net elevation drop, USATF certification, and the marathon listed as a Boston qualifier.

A USATF certified net downhill marathon and half marathon through the Snoqualmie Tunnel corridor in Snoqualmie Pass, WA on June 13, 2026. Ranked #22 nationally for Boston qualification, the event includes professional timing and live tracki..

Enjoy a free seven race summer series featuring a 5k trail course in Black Diamond. Run or walk bi weekly races to build community and compete for season end prizes in a supportive environment.

A three day stage relay across North Central Washington for teams of up to eight, using printed maps and minimal course markings. Each day covers about 75 miles split into 16 legs, with on course medical support and nightly team gatherings.

Multiple-distance ultratrail event on the Palouse to Cascades Trail centered at Hyak Sno Park on June 26–27, 2026. Courses include 100K, 100 Mile and 200K with supported aid stations, crew access, mandatory gear, and drop bag support.

SISU 24 PNW at Camp Sheppard near Mount Rainier mixes self-supported trail running with 24 hour solo and team formats plus an optional 100 Mile route. Six marked trails, a points system with side quests, and weekend camping are included.

The Needles 50k is a self-supported, unmarked mountain ultramarathon loop near Easton, WA, with 10,000 feet of climbing. Runners must navigate using a provided GPX file and carry all their own supplies, treating water from creeks. A 50-mile..