Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A six hour trail running event on the Swauk Forest Discovery Trail near Blewett Pass on October 10, 2026. The 2.45 mile single track loop has about 650 ft of climbing and features a fall themed potluck aid station and a post race dinner opt..

Trail races at Lawless Park in Vandalia, Michigan on an all trail course through forest, streams and lakes. Distances include a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1K kids run with chip timing and on course aid.

Experience a historic trail race through the rugged single track of Oil Creek State Park. Choose between four challenging distances ranging from 25K to 100 miles with belt buckle awards for ultra finishers.

Experience a scenic trail run through the hills of Kentucky at the historic Bill Monroe Homeplace. This event features 5K, 10K, and 25K distances accompanied by live bluegrass music and on site camping.

A 55K trail race on the Navajo Reservation on October 10, 2026, running 17 miles up Canyon de Chelly to Spider Rock and returning via Bat Canyon Trail. The route includes sand sections, single track and creek crossings.

Trail running and rucking on a roughly 5K loop at Pigeon Creek County Park in West Olive, Michigan, with 12- and 6-hour timed events plus 10K, 5K, and ruck options; aid stations, packet pick-up, and on-site parking provided.

A repeating loop backyard ultra at the New Town amphitheater in Saint Charles, Missouri, with a 4.17 mile runner loop and a 2.6 mile ruck division that includes weight minimums. Race proceeds support MSMDS research.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra at Wade Mountain Preserve in Huntsville, AL. Competitors run repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour; the last runner to complete a loop is declared the winner, with a buckle awarded at 24 hours or 100 mile..

The Trailwagger is an October 2026 trail event at Gilbert Lake State Park in Laurens, NY with 3 mile, 5 mile, combined 8 mile and two person team options plus a dog stroll. A portion of proceeds supports Super Heroes Humane Society.

Three race options in Katy TX with online registration only, out and back courses repeated to reach each distance, finisher medals and a Best Costume recognition.

Orlando Spartan Weekend at Lake Nona on October 10 and 11 offers obstacle races from a 5 km Sprint to a 10 km Super, plus kids races, a workshop, and a four hour Hurricane Heat. Team registration and a GOVX service discount are available.

Races at Red Rock Canyon include a 5K run and walk, a runners only 17K with a three hour time limit, and a virtual 5K with mailed medals. Courses start at the Visitor Center and combine trails with sections of the scenic drive.

A family-friendly event on October 10, 2026 in Morganton featuring a 5K Zombie Run with flag-capture rules and awards, plus a one mile costume fun run and an after party with food trucks and activities.

Lake Yahou on October 10, 2026 in Anniston AL offers trail races over 50K, 10 miles and 5.5 miles on mostly non-technical single-track dirt. The event is cupless, features aid stations, hand painted finisher rocks and age group awards.

A charity trail race in Sandy, Utah with 5K, an 11-mile loop and an optional second loop for about 20 miles, run on Hidden Valley Park trails with significant elevation gain; proceeds support cancer patients and a family in need.

A four hour trail endurance event at Mounds State Park where participants run or walk as much as they can within the time. Registration is free and Anderson Road Runners will provide a countdown clock plus food and drinks.

A community 5K cross-country run at Portage on October 10, 2026, using the local high school course. Pre-registration includes a race t-shirt; top 50 finishers receive medals.

Trail races on the Middle Fork and CCC trails in North Bend, WA, on October 10, 2026. Distances from 10k to 50k feature river valley scenery, aid stations, and some unbridged creek crossings.

Experience an out and back ultramarathon along the North Fork of the Flathead River near Glacier National Park. This event features gravel roads with 2300 feet of elevation gain and stunning views of the Northern Rockies.

A fixed-time trail event in Winona, MN on October 10, 2026 where participants complete 2.50 mile loops between sunrise and sunset. Options include solo runners, up to five-person relays, a family division, meals, camping, and aid stations.