Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience the beauty of Central Texas trails at Lake Bastrop with distances ranging from 5K to a 12 hour endurance challenge. Enjoy well marked lakeside paths surrounded by autumn colors and towering pines.

A single-loop half marathon through five parks in lower Westchester County, New York, starting at the Thomas Paine Cottage and finishing at New Rochelle High School. Mostly shaded dirt trails with varied wildlife and published race results.

Join the 20th Wayland / HFC Striders Cross Country Festival on October 11, 2026, featuring youth 3K races and open 5K events that support Wayland High School cross country and track. Presented by Middlesex Savings Bank with awards and commu..

Chase through the fall colors at Lake Elmo Park Reserve. This scenic trail run offers a 5k, 10k, or a back-to-back Double Up option, plus a kids' fun run. After the race, enjoy a bonfire and pancake breakfast with fellow runners.

The Rick O'Donnell Memorial Ultra Challenge offers a 5-mile trail run plus timed 4-hour and 8-hour events. Held at Milkhouse Brewery in Mount Airy, MD, it supports a local running club's scholarship fund.

Run or walk through the beautiful Fox Hill Nature Preserve this fall. Choose from trail runs, a walk, or a kids' race, all supporting local land conservation. Experience deciduous forests, restored prairies, and scenic glacial moraines.

The Rocky Gap Trail Run features a 25K and 50K course through the scenic loops of Rocky Gap State Park. Runners can participate solo or in relay teams of 2 or 3. The event includes a base camp aid station and on-course support.

Vulcan's Fury Trail Race The Vulcan's Fury Trail Race takes place in Pawtuckaway State Park in Nottingham, New Hampshire. It is a rugged trail race on a course described as very technical and scenic. Two distances are offered: a Half Marath..

Take on the Green Monster Trail Challenge in Pennsylvania's Tioga State Forest. Choose from 15K, 25K, or a demanding 50K course with significant elevation gain. Enjoy local support, a post-race feast, and unique event swag.

This Halloween-themed run at Highland Banks Metro Park offers a spooky good time for all ages. Choose from a 1 Mile fun run, a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, all with custom shirts and medals. Enjoy chip timing, an after-party with a costume co..

Experience a beautiful 5k trail run or walk through the woods of Michigan's Upper Peninsula while raising funds for mountain communities in Honduras.

Run or walk through the scenic trails of Blydenburgh Park this autumn. Participants enjoy a 5K trail course complete with seasonal treats and commemorative event swag.

Event Overview The Mines of Spain 100 is a trail race taking place in Dubuque, Iowa. The event offers two distances: a 100-mile race and a 100-kilometer race. Both races start at Louis Murphy Park. Course Details The course consists of a lo..

This trail running event at Willenborg Woods offers distances from a 5K to a 100K on scenic, handcrafted trails through timber and along creeks. It focuses on a community atmosphere with full course support and a post-race celebration. Pets..

Run on the historic Pony Express Trail in remote western Utah. This event features 100 mile and 50 mile ultramarathons on a flat, dirt road course. A personal support crew is mandatory for all participants.

The Sunshine Camp Trail Mix & Beer Fest features a 5K trail run through the grounds of a camp for children with disabilities. Registration includes a t-shirt, entry to the Beer Fest, and a first drink. The event also offers music, food truc..

Run under the stars at the Thrasher Night Trail in Cave Creek Regional Park. Choose from 5K to 33K distances on rolling desert single-track. It's the first of three night races in the series, held before the Cave Creek Thriller.

A challenging three-day trail running stage race in the mountains around Chattanooga. Each day features a different route on Lookout Mountain, the Cumberland Trail, and Signal Mountain. The event is intended for experienced runners and incl..

Meyerhoff's Mayhem is a unique 48-hour endurance challenge in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Runners complete a 4-mile loop every 4 hours, with team relay and individual options. The event includes provided meals and commemorative gear, all held in mem..

Experience the Texas Hill Country at Flat Rock Ranch with single loop or ultra endurance trail races across working cattle ranch lands. Run under the stars and enjoy a weekend of camping, bonfires, and scenic singletrack trails.