Olympia
Trail Running Calendar near Olympia 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Olympia for 2026-2027! We've gathered 10 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A Tacoma backyard ultra on a 3.3 mile downtown loop repeated each hour for up to 15 hours, totaling 45.5 miles for those who complete all laps.
Community 5K and 1K kids event at PLU Meadows with on site registration options and proceeds supporting local youth running needs.
November 2026
Timed loop event at Waughop Lake Loop in Lakewood WA where rounds shorten each lap and athletes compete in run, ruck, carry, hybrid, and walk divisions.
A community 5K in Tacoma on November 15, 2026 honoring veterans and supporting Project Recover while raising awareness for the roughly 81,000 service members still unaccounted for.
December 2026
A seasonal 10K trail race at Squaxin Park with start and finish at Reeves Middle School, a festive aid station, finisher medal and a tree planted per finisher.
Timed three, six and eight hour looped trail events at Fort Steilacoom Park on a 5 mile loop with 520 ft gain and staffed aid stations.
June 2027
A 50 mile team relay from the foothills of Mount Rainier to Tacoma's Ruston Way waterfront, run by teams of 2, 3, 4, or 6 with a waterfront finish festival.
July 2027
Mountain skyrace and forest loop on Mount Ellinor in Washington, featuring a 24 km summit route with 1,600 m ascent and a 10 km rainforest loop.