Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A 5K run/walk in Winter Park, Colorado following the Fraser River Trail from Gondola Plaza to the Rendezvous Event Center, with an after party featuring refreshments, awards and prize giveaways.

A July 4 road run in Springfield that starts and finishes at Home Plate Bar & Grill, offering in-person 5K, 10K and mile events plus a virtual 5K and volunteer opportunities. Packet pickup is available the day before and on race day.

Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4 mile trail run through White Tank Regional Park. Experience mountain views and climb toward the top of the park to earn a finisher medal and T-shirt at this cup-less green event.

Celebrate Independence Day in Stayton with a variety of trail and road events for runners and walkers. Enjoy a community festival featuring parades and fireworks after completing your choice of a 3k, 5k, or 10k course.

A map-based mystery run from Ghirardelli Square through classic San Francisco neighborhoods, with team navigation, chip-tagged checkpoints, 5K and 10K options, age and gender divisions, and post-event snacks and socializing.

Experience a point to point trail race on the Bangtail Divide Trail near Bozeman Montana. This 38 km event takes runners from Stone Creek to Brackett Creek through mountain landscapes with a field limited to 150 participants.

Trail 5K and a children's 1/4 mile at Kishwauketoe Nature Center in Williams Bay. The grass trail course passes through hills, woods and prairie, includes a water stop, parking across the street, and awards for top finishers.

A Fourth of July 5K in downtown Leadville, organized by the Leadville Sports Hall, with youth entry free and proceeds supporting local youth athletics.

A well-marked community 5 km trail run/walk at River Brook Park in Rochester, VT, following single-track trails and local connectors. Online and same-day registration options are available; adult and kids categories include small entry fees..

A trail event in Tofte with a 10K run, a 10K walk, a one mile race and a kids sprint. The course climbs toward the Superior Hiking Trail and returns on a muddy snowmobile trail, with awards and limited event shirts.

A family oriented 5k on July 4 in Tamworth that begins at historic Ordination Rock, tours village streets and museum trails, includes a bandana, ice cream and a bib raffle, and supports the Tamworth Outing Club.

The 98th Mount Marathon in Seward, Alaska on July 4, 2026 features uphill-and-back races with multiple distances and entry categories, including junior, open, non-binary, and golden over-70 events.

A July run in Laurel, Montana, starting and finishing at Thomson Park with options of 2 mile, 4 mile, or 8 mile courses; registration runs from January 20 to June 22, 2026 and the entry fee is $30.

OUTLAST Eugene is a six hour trail challenge in Dexter OR where runners complete a 5K each hour for six rounds. Awards include incremental patches, a premium tee, event prizes, and national leaderboard placement with cash prizes.

A community 5K run/walk around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids on July 4, 2026, presented by the East Grand Rapids Community Foundation. Family friendly with on-site and early packet options and proceeds supporting the foundation.

Black Bear Run in Engadine, Michigan features 6K and 12K runs plus a 6K walk on mixed pavement and gravel through the Hiawatha Sportsman’s Club. Participants receive a dry-fit shirt and awards are given by age division.

Multiple trail distances from 5K to 50K on very hilly single track and dirt roads at Rancho Cañada del Oro. The course features scenic foothill views, two aid stations, enforced cutoffs, and finishers receive a medal.

A third edition 7.4 mile trail run in Pelham, Alabama on July 4, 2026, that climbs Double Oak Mountain to the King's Chair overlook. The event listing shows an entry fee of USD 84.31 and includes event swag and a post race gathering.

Fourth annual July 4 event in Springfield VT with a 7.4K run and 4K walk along the Black River. Individual fee $20 and a $50 family entry for up to four people; in-person family pricing required.

A July 4, 2026 trail running event featuring a ten mile course with varied terrain and named obstacles, plus a shorter Wimpy fun run where all finishers receive a shirt and award.