Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Cross country meet at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia featuring men's 8,000 meter and women's 6,000 meter college/open races. Both courses are described as true cross country routes and include Flagpole, Parachute and Nursery Hills.

Towpath races in Upper Black Eddy, PA offer 50 mile, 50K, marathon and half marathon distances on a mostly non-technical scenic course. Well stocked aid stations, finisher medals and tech shirts are provided and a portion of fees supports l..

A timed 5K at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge in Pittsboro with three gravel loops through fields and forests, a family friendly Fun Run to the new pig habitat, food vendors, awards, and proceeds supporting The Pig Project.

A two day trail event at John Bryan State Park on October 10 and 11, 2026 featuring half marathons, 10K and 5K races, a 20K relay, and a six hour timed event. A Pack Pass provides entry to all 2026 events.

Community run at PLU Meadows Disc Golf Course offering a 1K kids run and a 5K. Proceeds support local youth running programs and a college scholarship.

Trail races in Nevada City on October 11, 2026 feature a half marathon, 10K and 5K across mixed terrain with views along the Tribute Trail and Deer Creek. The half marathon crosses a historic swinging bridge and includes multiple aid statio..

Experience a trail race at Mohawk Mountain Ski Resort featuring distances from 5k to a full marathon. Run through fall foliage on a course that includes steep ski slopes and the scenic Mohawk State Forest.

Point to point trail races on the Bizz Johnson Trail in Lassen National Forest featuring a USATF certified Boston qualifier marathon, a 50K, an Express half and a 10K with remote starts and aid stations.

A single-loop trail half marathon through five parks in lower Westchester County, New Rochelle. Most of the course is on dirt and wooded trails and passes through areas with visible wildlife.

On October 11, 2026 the HFC Striders Cross Country Festival returns to Wayland for its 20th running, featuring 3K youth races across age groups and two 5K open races, with awards and proceeds benefiting Wayland High School.

A fall trail running event at Lake Elmo Park Reserve offering 10K, 5K, a kids 0.5 mile fun run and a double up option. The course features rolling hills, aid stations and a post race bonfire with pancake breakfast.

Experience a unique trail event at Milkhouse Brewery in Mount Airy featuring a 5 mile race and timed ultra challenges. Complete as many loops as possible over four or eight hours on this scenic farm course.

Trail runs and a 1-mile walk at Fox Hill Nature Preserve on 10/11/2026, held to support conservation in the Cedar Lakes region; varied distances include 5K, 10K, a 1-mile walk, and a Kiddos 1K.

A trail event at Rocky Gap State Park on October 11, 2026 featuring three looping trails with varied terrain and elevation. Options include 25K, 50K, and relay teams of two or three with on-course and base camp aid stations.

A rugged trail race at Pawtuckaway State Park featuring technical terrain, boulders, streams and a rocky climb. It offers a half marathon and a 5 mile option and lists $7500 in prize money for 2026.

A mountain trail event near Wellsboro, PA offering 15K, 25K and 50K routes with substantial elevation gain and maintained aid stations. The race is limited to 350 runners, has a no refund policy, and no day of registration.

A Halloween themed race day in Lewis Center with distances from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon, plus a virtual option, chip timing, awards, free photos, and event swag for most distances.

A 5K trail run/walk in Powers, Michigan on October 11, 2026, held on wooded trails to raise funds for people in the mountains of Honduras; registration runs Jan 13 to Oct 10 with a $40 fee.

Spooky Sprint in Indianapolis on October 11 2026 offers races from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon plus a virtual option. The event includes race swag, chip timing for timed races, free photos and finish-line treats.

Mud Factor Lubbock is a 5k mud and obstacle run at TNT Raceway on October 11, 2026, with Adult and KIDZ Family waves. Participants must bring a signed waiver and adults must show photo ID; spectators pay a $10 cash fee for festival access.