Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

The Longview Trail Runs - Summer is a trail running event held in Longview, Texas, featuring distances of 5K, 10K, 15K, and 20K. Scheduled for July 26, 2025, the race takes place at the Maude Cobb Convention Center East Side Parking Lot. This event is part of a series that spans all four seasons—Win..

The Cirque Series at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, is a challenging 6.2-mile mountain race featuring a 3,890-foot vertical climb. Starting at sea level near the Day Lodge, runners ascend via Tanaka Cat Road, traverse the Silvertip single-track trail, and tackle the steep Center Ridge scramble..

The Elevation Run/Walk is an annual running event held in Conifer, Colorado, set at an average elevation of 8,200 feet. Celebrating its 13th year in 2025, the race features a 10K, a USATF-certified 5K, and a 2-mile fun run. The scenic course winds through Aspen Park neighborhoods and Meyer Ranch Par..

The Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon, established in 1982, is one of the oldest 50-mile trail ultras in the U.S. Held in Carlton, Minnesota, the rugged out-and-back course traverses through Jay Cooke State Park and challenging woodland trails northeast to Duluth and back. Runners experience sc..

The Newbsanity Extreme Ravine Trail Race, held in Binghamton, NY, offers a challenging trail running experience on the southern trail system of the Newbsanity Adventure Center. Participants can choose from a 5K single loop, a 15K race consisting of three loops, or a demanding 12-hour endurance event..

The Enchanted Forest Trail Races take place in Red River, New Mexico, offering a scenic and challenging trail running experience in the Carson National Forest and the Enchanted Forest cross-country ski area. The event features three race distances: The Face Challenge (7.6 miles, 1400+ feet elevation..

The NWR Cougar Chase 5K and Fun Run is an annual fundraising event supporting the Northwest Rankin High School Cross Country team in Flowood, Mississippi. The event features a timed 5K trail run and walk along the school's cross country course, as well as an untimed 1-mile fun run suitable for famil..

The Murderkill Ultramarathon, held at Killens Pond State Park in Felton, Delaware, offers 50-mile, 50K, and 12-hour race options on a mostly dirt 3.1-mile loop trail. The course is relatively gentle with about 80 feet of elevation gain per loop, featuring shaded paths, some roots, rocks, and a footb..

Women's Epic at Brighton is a trail running event held at the scenic Brighton Resort in Utah. Designed for adventure-seeking women of all levels, the race offers a 10K course featuring over 2,000 feet of vertical gain. Participants can hike, jog, or run the stunning trails, embracing a supportive an..

The Hoodoo Challenge: Run to the Top is an annual running event held in Sisters, Oregon, featuring a half marathon and a 5K race. The half marathon course traverses scenic forest trails and offers stunning views from the summit of Potato Hill, followed by a descent to the Hoodoo Lodge parking area f..

The Sweaty Backyard Cox Ultra is a challenging backyard ultra event held in the woods of Concord, North Carolina. The race features a 4.167-mile loop that participants must complete every hour, with the event continuing until only one runner remains. This open-ended format tests endurance and strate..

The Grand Island Trail Marathon, hosted by Great Lakes Endurance, takes place on Grand Island near Munising, Michigan. This scenic event offers 50K, marathon, and half marathon distances, featuring trails along Lake Superior’s stunning shoreline, including sandstone cliffs, hardwood forests, and pri..

The Creede 100 is a challenging 100-mile ultramarathon held in Creede, Colorado, a historic mining town. The race features a scenic and rugged course through the San Juan Mountains, climbing above 12,000 feet and traversing the Continental Divide for 25 miles. Runners experience breathtaking views,..

The 868 Estate Vineyards 10k and 5k is a scenic cross-country race held at 868 Estate Vineyards. Participants can choose between a 5k or 10k course around the vineyard property, featuring hills and beautiful views. The event includes a finisher medal, technical event shirt, and a glass of wine.Point..

The Burning River 100 Mile Endurance Run & Relay is an annual ultramarathon event held in Northeast Ohio, featuring solo races of 100 miles, 50 miles, a back half 50 miles, a marathon, and an 8-person 100-mile relay. The course traverses scenic areas including Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summi..

Hood Hundred is a challenging 100-mile mountain trail run held at Mt. Hood Meadows in Oregon. The course features a lollipop-style route with 17,300 feet of ascent and descent, showcasing some of Mt.Hood’s most diverse and iconic terrain. The event combines a strong trail running community atmospher..

The Mountain Fair 4-Miler is a scenic running event held in Carbondale, Colorado, starting near Prince Creek Road and finishing at Sopris Park during the Mountain Fair. The 4-mile course is mostly a gentle downhill, beginning about three miles up Prince Creek Road and descending to Highway 133, then..

The Snake 10-Mile Trail Race is an annual trail running event held at Overlook Park near Clinton Lake in Lawrence, Kansas. Now in its seventh year, the race features a challenging 10-mile course known for its winding layout through rugged trails and old-growth forest along the lake's north shore. St..

The Squatchy Surprise is a unique trail running event held at South Mountain Reservation in Millburn, New Jersey. Scheduled for July 26, 2025, it offers 12-hour, 6-hour, and 3-hour race options. The event features a fun and unpredictable format where participants draw colored golf balls to determine..

Ocean State Ultra is an endurance running event held at Big River State Management Area in West Greenwich, Rhode Island. The race offers three categories: a 100-mile ultra, a 12-hour, and a 6-hour race, all conducted on a 10-mile loop course featuring 1.5 miles of desert, 1 mile of pavement, and 7.5..