Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run through towering redwoods at Sanborn Regional Park with half marathon, 10K and 5K options plus a remote runner choice. Expect scenic climbs, narrow single track trails, professional chip timing and custom finisher medals.

Run the Dixon Lake 10/10 Trail Race at Daley Ranch near Escondido with 10 mile, 10K and 5K options on scenic single track and dirt roads. Challenge Standley Peak for panoramic views, enjoy a 300 runner cap and ERS qualifying status.

Celebrate the season at RunFluent Christmas in Lutz FL on mixed surface trail loops with spectator friendly access. Pick a 4.45 mile, a 7 hour solo or a 2 person relay and earn a race shirt, finisher awards and 50k recognition.

Experience a scenic loop around Angel Island with views of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz at the 37th Hark the Herald, offering a half marathon and a hilly 10K. Limited to 400 runners, includes ferry transport and finisher swag.

Doomsday is a trail run in Cool, California on December 13 with 50K and Half Marathon routes across rugged high elevation terrain. Limited to 200 runners, this scenic but demanding race rewards finishers with medals and shirts.

Warm up this winter with the Tame the Tower Trail Challenge in Mt. Gretna on Dec 13, 2025 featuring scenic 10 mile and 5 mile routes around Clarence Schock Memorial Park. All race proceeds benefit park trails, safety, and the education cent..

Take on scenic coastal trails at Deception Pass State Park on Dec 13 and 14, 2025 with 50K and 25K trail races plus a free 1K kids fun run. Enjoy rocky single track, bluff views and two crossings of the iconic Deception Pass Bridge.

Celebrate the season at the Tinsel Trot, a festive 5k and 10k at Southern Revere Cellars in Louisa. Enjoy a chip timed race, technical shirt and a post run glass of wine or beer, with a virtual option and proceeds supporting Serenity Farm.

Join the 20th Annual Vail Jingle Trail in Tucson on December 13 for a festive 5k and Santa's Little Helper 1k. Enjoy holiday course decorations, themed shirts, awards and spirited support from Mica Mountain Cross Country.

Join the Mount Hood Nutcracker Challenge in Melrose for a festive 3.5 mile cross country race or 2 mile walk on the Mount Hood golf course. Enjoy nutcracker trophies, pasta lunch and fundraising for local families and Melrose High XC.

On Dec 13, 2025, Ignite Trail Marathon at Chain O'Lakes State Park in Albion IN offers a scenic 13.1 mile loop you can run once for a half or twice for the full. Aid stations staffed by local cross country teams create a friendly race.

Tackle scenic single track and rolling trails at the Dirty Santa 5 mile trail run in Lenoir on December 13, 2025, the final stop of the Foothills Run Series. Stick around after the race for hot cocoa and s'mores by the finish.

Run scenic paved loops at Wakulla Springs State Park near Tallahassee with 50 mile, 50K, marathon and a new rucking marathon division. USATF certified marathon makes it a great Boston qualifier and supports local conservation.

Run the 36th Pere Marquette Endurance Trail Run, a scenic but hilly 7.8 mile course through Pere Marquette State Park near Grafton, IL on December 13, 2025. Expect wintry trail conditions and warm post race lodge festivities.

Join SOHO HO AND AWAY WE GO! at Silver Coast Winery for a festive 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run through holiday vineyard scenes. Finishers enjoy Santa's Workshop with music, costumes, drinks, and proceeds supporting Combat Vets.

Join the Frosty Buck Trail Race in Glenmont, OH on December 13, 2025 for scenic, looped winter trail running with 25k and 50k options. Tackle multiple laps of the original BBTBU course with light aid at the loop start and finish.

Take on the rugged single track of Tortolita Mountain Park at the RUNMARANA Dirt Dash at Wild Burro, with half marathon and 6 mile options across scenic washes and climbs. Enjoy finishers awards, music, a campfire, photo booth and prize raf..

Test your limits at SRC Presents: A Backyard Ultra in Blydenburgh County Park. Run 4.167 mile loops each hour until only one runner remains, or try The 1 Lapper for a single loop. Proceeds support the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference.

Explore the Lost Pines at Buescher State Park on December 13 for Texmas Trail Race, offering looped distances from a mile to a 104k ultra with relay and ruck options. Enjoy full aid, chip timing, a custom medal and free photos.

Celebrate the season at the Candy Cane Course in Tampa on December 13 with festive 1 Mile, 5k, 12k, kids dash and virtual options for the whole family. Timed 5k and 12k races include finisher medals, shirts, free photos and Toys for Tots do..