Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Experience high country single track around Taos Ski Valley with alpine climbs to Kachina and Fraser peaks. Choose the marathon or one of two half marathons, enjoy views and support local trails.

Choose your challenge at Temptation 200 Ultras on September 5 2026 at Sand Ridge State Forest near Forest City, IL, with options from the Not Tempted 10K to a loop based 50K or the epic 200K. The loop format lets runners stop at 50K 100K or..

Run the Minnehaha 15k or 5k at Camp Manatoc on September 5, 2026, through scenic private camp trails past Minnehaha Falls. Part of the Dirty Trail Series, it welcomes hikers and dogs by permission and supports Camp Manatoc.

Run the Jump off Joe Races near Kennewick WA on September 5, 2026, with marathon, half marathon, and 10 km options. Gravel courses climb to a summit for sweeping Tri Cities and Oregon views, lively aid stations, and a fun finish festival.

Take on the Sneffels Round, an epic endurance mountaineering challenge around Ouray, Colorado starting September 5, 2026. Tackle dozens of peaks including Mount Sneffels across rugged, mostly off trail terrain with a 100 hour time limit.

Experience rugged singletrack and sweeping ridge views at the Noble Canyon Trail races in Pine Valley CA on September 5, 2026. Choose a challenging 50K or a scenic 15K through pine forests, granite slopes and canyon switchbacks.

Tuscazoar Endurance Race near Dover Ohio centers on a rugged 25 mile loop with distances from 25 to 100 miles. Day and night options, staffed aid stations and drop bag support make it a true ultrarunning challenge.

Tackle rugged single track trails and steep climbs at Mammoth Bar in Auburn, California, with sweeping views of the American River Canyon. Choose a half marathon or 10K and test your trail legs at this scenic, challenging outing.

Run the Not a Sprint Ultra in Forest City, NC on a mostly flat 8.34 mile out and back course with shady sections and well stocked aid stations. Choose 3, 6, or 12 hour timed events and chase 50 miles in the 12 hour race.

Run Woodstock is a weekend trail festival in Gregory Michigan with forest and field trails, a beach, camping, live music and yoga. Distances run from 5K to 100 mile ultras and proceeds benefit Washtenaw Promise.

The Goat Rattler 100 is a rugged 100 mile ultramarathon in North Ogden Utah featuring nearly all single track, big Wasatch views and about 22,000 feet of climbing. Expect a tough 36 hour cutoff; not recommended as your first 100.

The Wasatch 100 is a rugged 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across the central Wasatch Mountains held each year after Labor Day. Expect roughly 24,000 feet of climbing, stunning mountain vistas and 15 aid stations en route to Soldier..

The Rut Mountain Runs is a three day mountain trail festival in Big Sky, Montana, offering distances from a 1K fun run to an epic Trifecta ultramarathon across alpine terrain. Expect steep climbs, stunning views and a true test of endurance..

Run along the scenic Superior Hiking Trail on Minnesota's North Shore, with 26.2, 50, and 100 mile options on September 11 and 12, 2026. Expect rugged trails, lakeside views, and a classic trail running challenge.

Mendocino Running Festival invites you to tackle a scenic 6 mile loop with race options from 10K and half marathon to 6 hour and 12 hour timed events. Camp on site and enjoy yoga, live music and communal meals for a true festival weekend.

Join the GOAT Run on September 12 2026 in Port Angeles along the scenic Olympic Adventure Trail with 50K, marathon and two half marathon waves. Single track ridge views and a Lake Crescent finish make for an unforgettable trail day.

Take on scenic singletrack at Pleasant Creek Trail Run in Palo, Iowa on Sept 13, 2025. Choose 45K, 30K or 15K and enjoy aid stations, post race awards and community support from the Eastern Iowa Trail Alliance.

Timely Nonsense is a playful timed ultrarun in Chicago offering 3, 6, and 12 hour options on a roughly one mile paved loop inside a scenic 58 acre park. Hourly challenges, team relays, and a lively aid and vendor area keep the day fun for r..

Join the Jesse James Festival 5K and 10K in Kearney for scenic paved trail running through Jesse James and Mack Porter Parks with a charming foot bridge and a memorable hill. Options include a 1.3 mile stroll, a 5K, or a double loop 10K.

Take on the legendary Imogene Pass Run in Telluride, a brutally beautiful mountain race for well prepared athletes. Limited field and strong community support make this epic high country challenge as rewarding as it is demanding.