Trail Running calendar near Olympia 2025-2026

Tiger Claw on Tiger Mountain in Issaquah WA on May 8 and 9, 2026 delivers steep, technical trails and a rugged 50k of about 31 miles with massive elevation gain. Choose the vertical Ascent, a team relay or the double loop for a true trail t..

Run wooded trails through Battle Point Park and Grand Forest at the Trillium Trail Run on Bainbridge Island. Pick 5K, 10K or a kids fun run while supporting the Trails Connect Bainbridge Island campaign to build and maintain local trails.

Soaring Eagle Trail Run in Sammamish invites runners onto scenic, mostly flat forest trails along the Pipeline Trail, with roots and rocks to keep it interesting. Multiple distances, including a kids race and brunch run options, make it a f..

Discover scenic single track and forest trails on Vashon Island with 50K, 20 mile and 10 mile options. Small field, community feel, and proceeds support island youth athletics make this a rewarding run for every trail lover.

Rainier to Ruston Rail-Trail Relay (R2R) is a National Trails Day running event spanning from Mount Rainier to Ruston, near Tacoma, Washington. Scheduled for June 6, 2026, the race brings athletes and community members together to run along..

Choose the Super Marathon or Super Fast Half on June 13 along the scenic Palouse to Cascades trail. Run 2.4 miles through the Snoqualmie Tunnel and enjoy mountain and waterfall views while chasing fast, net downhill courses.

Take on the Tiger Peak Challenge near Issaquah on June 20, 2026 with 50K, half marathon, 5 mile and kids races along rugged Tiger Mountain trails. Expect steep climbs, scenic ridge views and staffed aid stations to keep you moving.

Join the 24th Hotfoot 5K Trail Run on June 20, 2026 at South Kitsap Regional Park in Port Orchard for a family friendly loop through shady woods and park highlights. Proceeds support local scholarships and the 4th of July fireworks.

Run the Yeti Ultra Trail Washington on June 26 and 27 along the Palouse to Cascades Trail from Hyak Sno Park, with 100K, 100 mile and 200K distances. Expect fast crushed limestone underfoot, a cool 2.3 mile tunnel that requires a light, plu..

Run iconic trails at Crystal Mountain July 17 to 18, 2026 with downhill and uphill distances that thread forested ridgelines and alpine meadows. Registration includes an all day scenic gondola pass for participants.

Run Volcanic, a rugged trail race on Mt. St. Helens with 50K and 25K courses through boulder fields, river crossings and blast zone terrain. Start and finish at Marble Mountain Sno Park for a true backcountry challenge.

The Bigfoot 200 is a nonstop 208 mile ultramarathon through the Cascade Mountains around Mount St. Helens, featuring lava fields, ridgelines and old growth forests. Expect dramatic views, full aid and designated sleep stations.

Run 20 miles along the southwestern slopes of Mount St. Helens on Aug 14, 2026, with a challenging single track through lava fields, stream crossings and old growth forest. Expect rugged volcanic terrain and stunning mountain views.

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.

Run the spectacular point to point GOAT Run on September 12, 2026, finishing at Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park. Choose half, marathon or 50K on singletrack through ridges and coastal views while supporting local trail groups.

Run the Cascade Express Marathon or Half on a scenic point to point gravel trail through the Cascades with lake and mountain views. The marathon is Boston qualifying and the half passes through the 2.4 mile Snoqualmie Tunnel.

Beat The Blerch in Carnation, WA, is a whimsical race from The Oatmeal with 5K, 10K, half and marathon options through mossy evergreen forests. Enjoy a flat out and back course on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail near strawberry farms and small..

Cirque Series at Crystal Mountain on Sept 19, 2026 offers a scenic, challenging 7.7 miles with 2,544 feet of climb and summit ridgeline views. Limited to 700 runners, this technical mountain course promises epic panoramas.

North Bend Trail Fest brings mountain running and outdoor demos to North Bend, Washington on October 2 to 4, 2026. Run the Skyline 30k with huge vertical gain, enjoy shorter races and an expo, and support Recovery Beyond.