Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience Minnesota's largest state park on a flat trail course at St. Croix State Park. Choose from four distances including a 100K ultra featuring a climb up a historic fire tower.

A weekend of coastal trail races in Yachats, Oregon, set in the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. Distances range from 10K to 50K on beaches, bluffs and old growth forest with on course aid and post race awards.

A last person standing trail race on Hamilton Island in the Columbia River Gorge where runners repeat a 4.13 mile loop each hour and must finish each loop in under 60 minutes to continue until one runner remains.

A 24 hour trail event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall Connecticut featuring a Double Kuwohi route of about 28 miles and 13,685 feet of elevation. Participants may run, hike, or walk.

A 30 hour timed trail ultra at Roosevelt Forest on a 2.23 mile loop. Runners complete as many laps as possible with a pavilion aid station and awards based on most miles in 30 hours.

Take on a 10 mile intown trail through shaded pine and hardwood at Southside Park in Atlanta on Oct 3 2026, with twisty singletrack, steep descents and creek crossings. Proceeds support MTB Atlanta and local trail stewardship.

Multi-distance trail event at Tryon Farm in Michigan City on October 3, 2026. Participants run or walk repeated 4 mile loops across grassy fields, single track dirt trails and short paved sections with a main station and unmanned aid.

A point to point ultramarathon in Davis County, Utah offering 50 mile, 55K, and 25K routes. Courses run from Wilderness Park in Kaysville to Tunnel Springs Park over mostly trail terrain with significant elevation change.

Trail races at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve near Peosta, Iowa, offering 5.2 mile, 25k and 50k options on a multi loop course with creek crossings and rugged, hilly terrain. Free camping, showers and shuttle service are provided.

A 104 mile out and back trail event in western Pennsylvania crossing the Westmoreland Heritage Trail, West Penn Trail and several park preserves, with 7,392 ft of gain, multiple aid stations, and a 32 hour cut off.

An uphill 10K in Norton, Virginia that climbs more than 2,000 feet to the 4,200 foot High Knob summit. The 13th annual race takes place October 3, 2026 and registration closes October 1.

A two day mountain running event and outdoor festival in North Bend, Washington featuring a 30k Skyline championship, a Mt Si vertical kilometer and a Little Si 10k, with awards, finishers medals and local outdoor exhibits.

A point to point all trail ultramarathon along the Hennepin Canal State Trail in northwest Illinois, offering 100 mile, 50 mile, team relay and a nighttime 50k, with aid stations every 3 to 7 miles and Western States qualification.

Experience a scenic trail run through the Red River Gorge on a private looping course. This cup less half marathon supports local search and rescue teams while offering a festive atmosphere with medals and post race meals.

Experience a rugged trail race through the Adirondack forests and wetlands of Amy’s Park. Enjoy scenic views and a community after party at a local brewery while supporting land conservation for Lake George.

Trail races of 50K, 28K, and 15K through Hartman Rocks near Gunnison Colorado featuring slickrock, singletrack and wide mountain views. The event includes participant swag and partnerships supporting youth and womxn trail running.

Experience the autumn colors of Idaho with a Half Marathon or 55 km Ultra Marathon through the rugged trails and high alpine peaks of Sun Valley.

Trail races at Dana Peak Park near Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Harker Heights Texas offer looped courses from 10K to 100K with notable climbs and staffed aid stations. Hydration device required; pacers permitted for the 100K second loop.

Run The Woods is a trail event at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center in Hudson, IL featuring 5K and 8K races with youth divisions and a one mile untimed trail walk. Proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois and Timber Pointe Outdoor Center.

Trail events at Rock River Heritage County Park on October 3, 2026 include a timed 5K with chip timing and a guided 2.4 mile walk, plus a park celebration with music, food trucks, tastings, and raffles.