Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Repeat a 3.3 mile out and back up the Tower Trail to the Observation Tower at Sleeping Giant. Runners choose a four hour or eight hour format, carry their own hydration, and complete as many laps as they can within the time limit.

Join over 900 participants for an expansive trail running event at Salt Fork Lodge. Choose from 50K, 20 mile, or 10 mile distances through the scenic wilderness of Kimbolton Ohio.

Santa-themed races at Gardner Village in West Jordan on December 5, 2026, with 5K, 10K, half marathon and a virtual option. Registration includes a Santa suit and aid stations serve milk and cookies.

Experience an off road multisport event at the Bronk Unit Plowline Trails. Choose between trail running, mountain biking, or a duathlon through the scenic bluffs of Minnesota City.

Experience a self timed ultra marathon through the wooded trails of a former military training base. Participants complete 5 km loops over 24 hours while contributing to a community style aid station in Spartanburg.

Experience trail running along the scenic Millerton Lake and San Joaquin River in Friant. This event features 10k, 25k, and 50k races with regular aid stations and support for long distance runners.

A multi-distance trail event at Indian Mound Ranch near Austin featuring figure eight loops, technical single track, a youth mile, chip timing, cupless aid stations, and Leave No Trace policies.

Annual memorial trail event at Woolly Hollow State Park offering 10, 4, and 1 mile courses plus a virtual option; proceeds benefit the Cabugcayan Mission in the Philippines and awards are given for top finishers.

Sycamore 8 is a December trail race in Johnston, Iowa, run on single-track dirt along the Des Moines River. It features rolling terrain, river views, varied winter conditions, and a 300-runner entry cap.

A lap based endurance event in Florence with 2 hour and 4 hour run and ruck divisions on a 2.5 mile loop; finisher coins, prizes, and proceeds support local trails and parks.

Experience the rugged beauty of Alva at Caloosa Fest featuring a half marathon and 5K trail race. Runners navigate scenic single track trails and rolling terrain through the Caloosahatchee Regional Park mountain bike system.

A point-to-point 50-mile trail race from Sunrise Trailhead to Stagecoach Trails RV Resort, crossing Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Stonewall Peak before descending Oriflamme Canyon. A 14.5 hour cutoff and an optional $15 pre-race shuttle ar..

A last person standing trail race near the Texas Oklahoma border where runners repeat a 4.5 mile loop until only one remains, with cash and trophy prizes and belt buckles for long distances.

Set in Ville Platte, Louisiana on December 5, 2026, Loup Garou Trail Run features single-track trails, cypress swamp bridges, and distances from 20 to 100 miles with strong local support.

A 34 hour timed ultrarun on a 2 mile loop in Valley, AL along the Chattahoochee River. The event supports the town's holiday carousel tradition and includes event shirts, finisher awards, and a 100 mile belt buckle.

Trail races at Cloudland Canyon State Park in Rising Fawn, GA on December 5 and 6, 2026. Distances include 50 mile, 50K, 25K and 5 mile, with significant elevation gain, waterfall views, and participant swag.

Experience the high desert on the Arizona National Scenic Trail with rolling terrain and wide open vistas. Choose from 50 mile, 55K, or half marathon distances starting from Colossal Cave Mountain Park.

A night trail event at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with 25K, 10 mile, and 5 mile options. Marked courses include aid stations and on-site medical staff; crews may access the start/finish and pacers are not permitted.

A trail ultramarathon weekend in Brownstown, Indiana on Dec 5th 2026 with 10 Mile, 50k, 100k and 100k relay options, significant elevation on the 100k, live tracking for the 100k events, cabin packages, aid stations and camping nearby.

Trail races in McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, AZ offering 50 Mile, 50K, 25K, 10 Mile and 5 Mile on desert single track with aid stations, chip timing, drop bags, and live split tracking.