Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

The River Gorge Trail Race offers three technical loop distances on the scenic Mullens Cove trail near Chattanooga. Runners will tackle significant elevation with bluff views of the Tennessee River. Awards are given to the top finishers.

Test your physical and mental endurance by running ten 5ks spaced 2.5 hours apart over 24 hours at Oak Mountain State Park. Complete this unique challenge to earn a custom coffin award and experience a sunset to sunrise trail loop.

Celebrate the season with a Thanksgiving themed run at Wiley Post Park featuring various distances for all ages. Enjoy chip timed races with finisher medals designer shirts and treats at the finish line.

Run for distance on a fast, flat 3.5-mile cross-country loop on private Georgia farmland. Choose between a 4-hour or 8-hour timed race format. An aid station and local food trucks support runners on course.

Explore Tennessee's Fall Creek Falls State Park on a scenic trail run. Choose from 50k, 100k, or 100 mile distances, all featuring suspension bridges, waterfall views, and lakeside trails. Unique, handcrafted awards await all finishers.

Join the 32nd annual 5K run and walk at the Homestead High School Environmental Center in Fort Wayne. Enjoy a multi-terrain course and a special 15,000 centimeter race for children aged 10 and under.

Experience an endurance event in Stillwater Oklahoma with two trail distances available. Runners can choose between the 50K or 25K distance for a late autumn challenge on the local terrain.

Experience a unique trail race on the private Rose Dhu Island in Savannah. Choose from distances ranging from a 10k to a 100 mile ultra on a flat, scenic loop course that supports the Girl Scouts of the USA.

Experience a hilly trail run through the Ouachita Mountains at Beavers Bend State Park. Choose between 11 and 22 mile routes featuring technical single track trails and significant elevation gain in a scenic natural setting.

Test your endurance at YMCA Camp Sloper with a 400 minute timed challenge or a 4 mile trail race. Explore rolling wooded trails in Southington while supporting local charities and youth running programs.

Test your endurance at this Last Person Standing event in Marble Falls. Complete a 4.17 mile loop every hour until only one runner remains to be crowned the winner of the Summit Backyard Ultra.

Experience a forest filled ravine in Seattle at the Ravenna Refresher Trail Run. Choose from a 4k, 8k, or 12k loop through groomed trails in this second event of the Winter Trail Series.

The Ruff is a demanding 7-mile trail run straight up Dog Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge. The course climbs 3000 feet to a summit with sweeping views before a fast descent. Finish with post-race beer, pizza, and the chance to win award..

Run through the scenic Bath Nature Preserve on a mixed-terrain loop course. Choose from a 50K, 25K, or 5 mile distance, with proceeds supporting the preserve. All finishers earn a distinctive medal.

The FEAR Trail Fest is a 5-mile trail race on the scenic Yellow Trail in New Jersey's Lewis Morris Park. With a runnable mix of rocks, roots, and climbs, it welcomes everyone from first-timers to veterans. The event focuses on sustainabilit..

Experience pure cross country running through four scenic parks in Colorado Springs. This historic trail series features four races of increasing distances across varied terrain for runners aged 15 and older.

Experience riverside singletrack at Riverbend Park with 5 and 10 mile trail races. This event offers scenic Potomac River views, a dedicated kids program, and professional race support in a beautiful natural setting.

Enjoy a festive four mile trail race through the wide paths of Mine Falls Park. All proceeds from the run and raffle support residential and educational programs at the Nashua Childrens Home.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a family friendly run in Des Moines featuring a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Kids Dash. Every registered participant receives a designer shirt and finisher medal with treats waiting at the finish.

Run a scenic Turkey Trot through the historic trails of Manassas National Battlefield. Choose between a 5k or 10k trail course and finish with a glass of wine from the Winery at Bull Run. Your participation supports the preservation of the..