Trail Running calendar near Mount Rainier National Park 2026-2027

Two days of mountain running on Mount Ellinor near Hoodsport, Washington, with a 24 km Skyrace featuring 1,600 m of ascent and a 10 km Forest Loop. The event is North America’s stop on the Skyrunner World Series and part of the USA series.

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.

Stair races and walks at Stadium Bowl in Tacoma with one lap and two lap options, a Heroes Race with weighted vests, and proceeds supporting Kindred Souls Foundation. Open to participants aged eight and up with guardian supervision for mino..

Trail races of 5k, 14.5 miles and 26.2 miles take place in King County's Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park near Seattle. The event includes aid stations on course, supports King County Parks, and participates in a youth trail series.

Tunnel Vision Marathon and Half on August 9, 2026 in North Bend WA follows a USATF certified, mostly downhill route with about 1,000 feet net drop and a passage through the Snoqualmie Tunnel. The event includes chip timing, aid stations, an..

A 200 mile point to point trail ultramarathon through the Cascade Mountains around Mount St. Helens, held August 14 to 18, 2026, with 13 aid stations and six designated sleep stations to support continuous timed runs.

A 20 mile single track trail run on the south western side of Mount St Helens, featuring lava fields, stream crossings, old growth forest and a 9 hour cutoff on National Forest lands.

A timed loop endurance event at Lincoln Park in Seattle on August 15, 2026 offering 3, 6, 12 and 18 hour formats plus kids races, team competition, cupless aid stations, food options and awards by total mileage.

An evening running event at Chambers Bay in University Place, Washington offering 5k, 10k and half marathon distances on a paved loop with varied terrain, aid stations, race-day packet pick-up, and event swag.

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.

Trail races at Mt. St. Helens Science & Learning Center on Aug 29, 2026 offering 50K, 20 Miler and Half Marathon courses with substantial elevation and multiple aid stations.

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-distance ultrarunning festival at Kearin Family Farm in Bonney Lake, WA. Looped 3.1 mile course with one central aid station, free camping, and events from 6-hour competitions up to a 200-mile race.

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.

Coal Miner in Roslyn WA is a self supported mountain trail event featuring a 51.3 mile route with over 10,000 ft of climb; the unmarked course requires GPX navigation, a satellite messenger, and a prior 100k trail result for entry.

An endurance running event in Gig Harbor, WA offering 24 hour, 12 hour day, 12 hour night, and 6 hour options on a 2 mile loop with varied terrain and about 320 feet of climb per lap. Aid station, drop bags, and nearby parking are available..

Fourth annual 5K at Illahee Preserve in Bremerton held during National Recovery Month. Proceeds support the Salish Recovery Coalition and participants receive event swag, a custom finisher medallion, coffee and donuts.

A USATF certified marathon and half marathon near North Bend WA with about 1,000 feet of net downhill and a run through the Snoqualmie Tunnel. Aid stations are every 2 to 3 miles and headlamps are required for the tunnel.