Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run the Triple Lakes Trail Race at Bur Mil Park, weaving scenic trails around Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend and Lake Jeanette. Choose marathon, half, 40 mile, relay, ruck or virtual entries and earn a custom finisher medal.

Push your limits at the Wildwood Canyon Trail Run, an 8 hour timed event in Yucaipa on a scenic 3.7 mile loop with about 600 feet gain per lap. Aid stations, live bluegrass and a brewery afterparty add festival fun.

The Shenandoah Zombie Run will take place in Swoope on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Sky to Summit in Sky Valley Georgia on Oct 24 and 25 2026 offers 25K and 50K trail races through waterfalls, summits, and sweeping mountain views. The event honors a devoted volunteer and treats finishers to medals, hats and post race camar..

Get spooky on the trails at North Ridge Nightmare, a Halloween themed 6.66K or 13K at Rose Barn in North Park. Every runner gets a premium shirt and a trick or treat bag and can enjoy post race trick or treating at the barn.

Run the Chippewa Creek Challenge, a 13.1 mile trail race through steep, twisting trails in Brecksville Reservation on October 24, 2026. Grab a finisher medal and tee and help support Cleveland Metroparks trails.

Fields of Gold Trail Run at Shaffer Bend offers 5K to 50K races and a 12 Hour Endurance Challenge on scenic meadow and lakeside trails. Earn a finisher medal and shirt and enjoy a post race harvest while supporting youth running programs.

Run scenic single track trails and rolling hills at San Felasco Preserve in this benefit trail race benefiting Friends of San Felasco. Choose 25k or 50k with aid stations, a TailGate2Gate celebration and custom finisher medal and glass.

Join The Rubicon, an informal fatass group run deep in the Sierra Nevada around Oxbow Reservoir. Choose from progressive 15 mile, 30 mile or 43 mile routes across on and off trail terrain with big climbs and water crossings.

Fancy Nonsense is a looped trail race at Red Gate Woods near Willow Springs and Lemont, Illinois, with 50K, 25K and 5 mile options on runnable singletrack. Expect repeated 5.5 mile loops, plentiful aid and classic ultra snacks.

Run scenic, historic trails in Patapsco Valley State Park with 50k and 25k options plus virtual entries that include same shirt and award. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, volunteer support, and a festive finish near CCBC Catonsville.

Tackle rugged mountain trails at Call of the Wilds Mountain Fest in Waterville PA, with 10K, 25K and 50K options across iconic routes and big elevation gain. Limited to 400 runners, this challenging festival also offers food and drinks.

Nelson's Summit 50/50 is a scenic trail race through Allegany State Park on a rolling 16 mile loop with challenging climbs and single track. Choose from 25k, 50k or 50 mile distances and enjoy stocked aid stations and event swag.

Womp Romp is a trail race at Wompatuck State Park with scenic single track, wider trails, and some paved sections. Choose a 10 mile one loop or a three loop 50K and enjoy friendly aid stations and a community vibe supporting local charities..

Run scenic trails at Lake Murray State Park this October, choosing distances from 5 mile to 100 mile ultra. Race shirts for timely registrants and finisher buckles for the 100 mile and 100K add extra motivation amid autumn views.

Halloween Horror 5k & 10k returns to Conway Robinson State Forest Park in Gainesville, VA, offering a forest trail race with a Halloween theme. The event features 5k and 10k distances, with the 10k being two laps of the 5k course. The loop..

Enjoy the Allerton Park Trail Run on October 25, 2026 at Robert Allerton Park in Monticello Illinois, featuring a scenic 5.7 mile riverside trail, a relaxed 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual option. Proceeds support park upkeep and the day..

Run through colorful fall fields at Muscoot Farm on Oct 25 with a scenic 5 mile trail and kids races for the whole family. Finishers get Farm Bucks to spend at the farmers market for a community focused autumn outing.

Join the Day of the Dead Parks Edition run in Oklahoma City through scenic parks and trails, with a fun pre race costume contest. Celebrate at the finish with live music, Mexican food and a festive rally.

Join the Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K on Sunday October 25 in Milton Vermont for a spooky run along the Laura's Tears trail at Arrowhead Golf Course. Costume friendly with prizes, post race refreshments, and family fun.