Trail Running Calendar Washington 2025-2026

Backcountry Rise is a unique trail running event held in the stunning Mt. Margaret Backcountry, part of the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument in Toutle, WA.Participants can choose from three challenging courses: a 50K, a 20-mile race, and a half marathon, each offering breathtaking views o..

The Cutthroat Classic is an inspiring and popular 11-mile trail run set in the breathtaking North Cascades, following the iconic Pacific Crest Trail over Cutthroat Pass. The course begins at Rainy Pass and features a mix of gradual climbs and descents, offering stunning mountain views. Limited to 40..

Beat the Blerch is a fun and engaging running event featuring a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon, inspired by a comic from The Oatmeal. Scheduled for September 6, 2025, in Carnation, Washington, the race takes place at Tolt MacDonald Park, offering a scenic flat course through lush forests..

The GOAT Run, taking place in Port Angeles, WA, is an exciting trail running event featuring a half marathon, marathon, and 50K race. Set against the stunning backdrop of Olympic National Park, participants will traverse the scenic Olympic Adventure Trail, culminating at the beautiful Lake Crescent...

The Jump Off Joe Marathon is an annual running event held near Kennewick, WA, featuring a marathon, half marathon, and 10k race. Celebrating its 10th year, this unique event takes place on gravel roads around Jump Off Joe Mountain, offering a trail run experience rather than a traditional road race...

The Tartarus Backyard Ultra is a unique running and rucking event held at Camp 7 in Riverside State Park, Spokane, WA. Following the last person standing format, participants must complete a loop every hour, with runners covering 4.1667 miles and ruckers 2.2 miles. The race continues until only one..

The Plain Endurance Runs is a challenging running event held in the scenic Cascade mountains of Washington, featuring a 100-mile and a 100K race. Participants navigate approximately 85 miles of trails and 20 miles of forest service roads, with a total elevation gain/loss of around 21,000 feet. This..

The Brown Bear Salmon Run is an exciting running event taking place at Snoqualmie Pass, Washington, featuring a scenic 15K course. This race, set for September 13, 2025, is designed for both seasoned runners and newcomers, offering a mix of singletrack trails and Forest Service roads. Participants c..

The Nooksack Ridgelines event is a multi-day running adventure set in the stunning North Cascades of Washington. Scheduled for September 11-14, participants will explore breathtaking ridgelines with daily runs ranging from 8 to 30 miles, tailored to various fitness levels. The event features a basec..

Stehekin is a unique running event set in the stunning North Cascades of Washington, taking place over four days from September 17-20, 2025. Participants will experience a blend of trail running and leisure activities, starting with a shuttle from Burlington, WA, to the Cascade Pass Trailhead. Runne..

Ultra Fest is an exciting running event taking place in Easton, WA, featuring multiple ultra-distance races including 100M, 100K, 50M, 50K, and 25K. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Central Cascade Mountains, participants can expect a fast and mostly flat course, ideal for both first-time ul..

The Cirque Series - Crystal Mountain is an exciting running event set for September 20, 2025, featuring a challenging 7.7-mile course with an elevation gain of 2,544 feet. The race begins at the Crystal Mountain base area and includes a mix of rugged terrain and stunning views, including the highest..

The Fidalgo Trail Run is a scenic running event held in Deception Pass State Park, Washington, known for its stunning views and diverse terrain. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5-mile run, a half marathon, or a full marathon, all starting and finishing at Bowman Bay. The course featu..

The Moran Constitutional Relay is a challenging 70-mile relay race held at Moran State Park on Orcas Island. Teams of two to six runners tackle a course divided into 12 legs, showcasing diverse terrains such as forests, lakeshores, and the summit of Mount Constitution. Each leg varies in distance an..

The Return of the Salmon Celebration - Salmon Run is a vibrant event celebrating the cultural heritage of the Skykomish River Valley. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, at Osprey Park in Sultan, WA, the event features a scenic 5K trail run and a leisurely 1-mile "Fin" walk along the beautiful Sultan..

The Baker Lake 50k is a scenic trail running event set in the picturesque fall landscape of Baker Lake, Washington. This challenging 31.2-mile race features an out-and-back course that begins at Kulshan Campground, offering runners stunning views of old-growth forests and the surrounding mountains...

Gone Fir A Run 50K is an exciting trail running event set in the scenic Riverside State Park in Spokane, WA. Participants will enjoy a beautiful course featuring rolling river trails, stunning mountain views, and diverse terrain, making it suitable for beginner to intermediate runners. The event inc..

The Lastest Not Fastest is a unique last-person-standing trail race held in the scenic Columbia River Gorge, specifically on Hamilton Island, Washington. Participants run a 4.13-mile loop every hour, with the goal of returning before the 60-minute mark. Runners can take breaks based on their complet..

The Baker Lake Classic 25k is a scenic trail running event set in the picturesque Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Scheduled for October 5, 2025, this 15.6-mile race features a point-to-point course that runs along the eastern shoreline of Baker Lake, showcasing stunning views of old-growth for..

The Mad Meadows 50 is an exciting new trail running event set to take place in Leavenworth, Washington, on October 11, 2025. Participants can choose between two challenging distances: a 50K and a 50-mile race. The course features a mix of smooth single track, steep climbs, and technical sections, al..