Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience the peak of New England autumn on a journey through the mountains and fields of central Massachusetts. This trail event offers three distances crossing state borders for runners seeking adventure on the Midstate Trail.

Race on the flat, fast New River Trail during peak fall colors. Choose from distances including a 100-miler, 50-miler, 50k, or 25k on a scenic rail trail. The event includes camping, local food, and significant crew access.

Experience a scenic run or walk through the wooded trails and gravel roads of Fitzgerald Park. This event features a diverse course across grass and varying elevations with professional timing and age group awards.

Join a family-friendly 5K trail race and kids' event in Kentwood, Michigan, supporting Lori's Voice. All proceeds help families of children with neuromuscular diseases cover essential costs. Walk, roll, or run along neighborhood streets and..

Test your endurance at Lake Merced in San Francisco with a scenic 4.5 mile loop course. Choose between a standard run or tackle ultra marathon distances including the 50K and 50 mile events.

Experience a scenic 13.1 mile trail loop through Paris Mountain State Park featuring 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Run past tranquil lakes and waterfalls while enjoying panoramic summit views and vibrant fall foliage.

Participate in a half marathon, 5K, or rucking event at Zachariah's Acres in Oconomowoc. Support nature based programs for children with special needs while exploring prairie trails and wildflowers.

This trail event features a certified 5K run and a 2K walk across a 50-acre horse ranch in Gastonia, NC. A short Half-Pint run for kids 7 and under is also on the schedule. It's planned as a rain or shine event, with registration available..

Experience the rolling terrain and lakeside views of Lake Somerville State Park. This event offers trail distances from a 5k to a 50k plus rucking options and a youth adventure.

Experience a vibrant 5k trail run at Camp Lakota where runners and walkers encounter clouds of color. Help support local scouting and leadership programs while enjoying post race donuts and competing for top finisher awards.

Test your endurance at Jockey High Ridge State Park by completing a 5k loop every hour for five hours. Run the full 25k solo or pair up with a teammate to tackle this unique coastal loop challenge.

Join this community run and walk at Vollmer Road Grove Forest Preserve to support homeless school children. Participate in person on the paved 5K trail or join virtually to help provide essential school supplies for families in need.

This trail event in Holland, Michigan, features a 5K run and a 2K walk to support the cancer community. Organized by Shields of Hope, it honors individuals impacted by the disease. Participants of all backgrounds are welcome, including firs..

Join the Run with Heart in Urbana for a 5K or 1 mile fun run along the Simon Kenton Bike Path starting at the Depot Coffeehouse.

Experience the Texas Hill Country at this multi distance trail event held on a stunning thousand acre ranch. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 100K and enjoy well marked loops with dedicated aid stations.

The Angry Cow Trail Run #3 takes place on the trails around Pawnee Lake. This third race in the series offers three out-and-back distances, with fees covering a shirt, medal, and refreshments.

Experience a fast and flat off road run through the woods of Chattahoochee Pointe Park. Choose between 3.1 or 6.2 mile distances on smooth single and double track trails in Suwanee.

The Kettlebell Kountdown is a unique 50K elimination race in Alabama. Runners complete one-mile laps carrying a kettlebell, with decreasing time limits each loop. Only those finishing all 31 laps earn a medal, with custom kettlebells for th..

Experience a point to point journey across Michigan's lower peninsula from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron. Choose from 100 mile, 100k, and 50k distances on a mix of singletrack trails and scenic seasonal roads.

Miles at the Moose features a 5K and a 1K kids run on the scenic grounds of Moose Ridge Golf Course. The event supports the Rogel Cancer Center Breast Cancer Program and includes a commemorative hat and finisher medal with registration. Par..