Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A 24 hour ultra at Riverside Park in Lynchburg, VA that uses a single 0.84 mile paved loop. Runners can enter solo or as a team and compete over a published 100 Miles distance while passing the same start and aid area each lap.

A two day trail relay at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on November 6-7, 2026, featuring 121 miles of single-track desert trails with 15.2 miles per runner. Teams of 8 or 4 camp in Ragnar Village with food trucks, music, and Rent A Tent av..

Virginia Beast 2026 is a multi-day rucking event in Virginia Beach on 6 to 8 November 2026. Events vary in distance and competitors must be prepared to carry 40 lb, 50 lb, or 80 lb rucks.

A multi-distance trail event in Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest offering ultra distances, a 50K and a 15K Fun Run, with aid stations, pacing rules, finisher awards, and proceeds funding forest projects.

Trail trail event at Twin Buttes in San Angelo with alternating 5K loops and options from a single 5K to a 24 hour timed race.

A trail event in Silverado, CA, with marathon, 25k, half and 10k courses routed from Black Star Canyon; the marathon has 4,244' of elevation gain and aid stations are placed along the route.

A dog-friendly trail event in Chattanooga on November 7, 2026 with a 1-mile Pup Dash, 5K, and 10K plus local craft beer, food, and pet vendors.

An endurance running event in Woodbine NJ offering 6-, 12- and 24-hour individual races plus 12- and 24-hour relays. The course uses 5.5-mile dirt laps with few roots and the venue provides camping, cabins, showers and a sauna.

Obstacle course weekend at Fenway Park with a Stadion 5 km featuring 20 obstacles, kids races and spectator access on November 7 and 8, 2026.

The Hamsterwheel in New Boston, NH features timed 6, 12, 24 and 30 hour events on a scenic 4.0 mile loop along the New Boston Rail Trail, with chip timing, a central aid station, team entries, and buckle awards for 100 miles.

A fully supported 24 hour ultramarathon in Cedar Point, NC, run on a USATF certified 1.37779 mile loop through river, marsh and forest. Proceeds support the Marine Raider Foundation and 100 mile finishers receive a belt buckle.

A Backyard Ultra in O'Neill on a certified 4.17 mile loop along the Cowboy Trail, run hourly until one runner completes a loop more than all others. The race provides water and Proxima C fuel, race swag, and a custom belt buckle for the win..

A November trail festival at Willowdale State Forest in Ipswich offering multiple looped distances from a 10K to 100K, a Cider Donut Mile, and a flagged 0.5‑mile youth run, with cupless aid stations and fundraising for local land trusts.

A public 6K community race at Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville, IN on November 7, 2026, held as a prelude to the NIRCA National Championships. Online registration details and a $30 fee are listed; late registration is availabl..

Trail running event at Indian Cave State Park on November 7, 2026, part of the Angry Cow Series. Four trail distances from 4 miles to 32K are offered and fees include a long sleeve shirt, gloves, snacks, drinks, and a medal.

A multi distance trail event at Grand Ridge Park near Issaquah, WA offering 5 mile, half marathon, marathon and 50K routes. Courses use two loops, include significant elevation gain, aid stations, and are held as a cupless race.

The Iowa Trail Run Series: Whiterock takes place November 7, 2026 at Whiterock Conservatory in Coon Rapids, Iowa. Offered distances include 5K, 10K, a half marathon and a new 30K option, with registration opening November 11, 2025.

A November community race at Stars & Stripes Park offering a Kids Dash, 1 mile, chip-timed 5K and 10K, a virtual option, a Thanksgiving costume contest, age-group awards, and multiple volunteer roles.

Trail races at Beal's Point near Folsom Lake offering a 100 mile and a 50K course with major elevation, stocked aid stations, drop bag and pacer rules.

Test your endurance at the North Chagrin Reservation with races ranging from a 5k to a 100k ultramarathon. Discover scenic forest trails featuring creek crossings and a unique knighting ceremony for long distance finishers.