Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

ZZ TROT in La Grange, TX on Jan 24, 2026 mixes scenic trail races, a kids run, a virtual 5K and a live ZZ Top tribute at historic Kreische Brewery. Multiple distances, quirky swag and rugged fun await.

Run Hartley Park 10K in Duluth on snowpacked fat bike and multi use trails, with both 10K and snowshoe options. Join the Duluth Winter Trailrunning Series for discounts and finisher awards.

Run winter trails at the FROZEN STICK Trail Run in Glencoe, Missouri, offering 5 mile and 13.1 mile courses through Bluffview, Rock Hollow and Zombie Trails. Finish at LaSalle Middle School for indoor post race festivities and finisher swag..

Tackle a rugged 50K through Monte Sano State Park and Huntsville Land Trust trails, featuring rocky single track, creek crossings and steep, upper body sections. Limited to 525 runners, every finisher gets a hand made slate.

Run rugged trails at Point Washington State Forest with a 10 mile loop or a 20 mile two lap race from Eastern Lake Trailhead. Expect roots, sand and singletrack plus a finisher award and a hoodie for early registrants.

Run a winter trail 5K at Dick Young Forest Preserve in Batavia on Jan 24, the first of three races in the Fox Valley Winter Challenge. Trails may be snowy or muddy; finishers get snacks, a medal and a cozy winter hat.

Take on winter trails at the Wilson Creek Frozen 50k near Melba, Idaho, with backcountry singletrack, a summit of Wilson Peak, and scenic China Ditch and Reynolds Creek gorge. Expect snowy, technical terrain and stunning alpine views.

Run the rugged 8k at Moccasin Creek Off Road Park on Jan 24, featuring roots, mud and open fields with chip timing and finish photos. Proceeds support Hooves To Freedom equine therapy and entry includes a long sleeve tech shirt.

Run across the frozen Rio Grande at the Rio Frio 5k on Ice in Alamosa Colorado with chip timing, ice themed awards and mountain views. Bring traction friendly shoes for a snowy, scenic challenge.

Run the scenic Harns Marsh 5K on January 24, 2026 along marsh lined trails with wide open skies and great bird watching. All finishers get a commemorative medal and race shirt while a one mile fun run makes this a perfect family outing.

Run a scenic 5K snowshoe at Sandia Crest on January 24, 2026, through snowy Cibola National Forest with stunning views. Limited to 175 entrants, the community event supports Friends of the Sandia Mountains and offers swag and refreshments.

Southern Freeze 50/50 is a winter urban run along the Chattahoochee Riverwalks in Columbus and Phenix City, starting and finishing at Scofflaw Brewing. Distances range from 25k to 100 miles with hearty aid station fare and finisher swag.

Shake off winter with the Old Man Winter Trail Race at Marjim Manor, a scenic 3.2 miles through winery grounds and apple orchards on January 24, 2026. Register by Jan 16 for a special embroidered hat, chip timing, finish photos, and awards.

Push your limits on a scenic trail loop at Brazos River Park for OUTLAST Houston on January 24, 2026. Complete as many timed 5K laps as you can in six hours to earn a tee, patches, and a shot at national leaderboard honors.

Join the Houston Roast Run & Comedy Show on January 24, 2026 for a fun 5K along Buffalo Bayou Trails with comedians scattered through the course. Stay for a lively post race comedy show or choose a comedy show only ticket for laughs without..

Trail races at White Tank Mountain Regional Park offering 30K and 10K routes that mix fast perimeter trails with rugged canyon singletrack, remote aid for the 30K, and notable elevation gains.

A trail event in Waiteville, WV offering a 50k and a 20-mile course across ridge trails, meadows, and a paved finish, with significant elevation gain, multiple aid stations, and an 8.5-hour cutoff.

A two day trail event in San Francisco that crosses the Golden Gate Bridge and runs the Marin Headlands. Multiple distances from 15K to 50 mile are offered and the event serves as the final stop of the Spartan Trail World Championship.

Travel through time at the Time Travel Half Marathon in Punta Gorda on Jan 24, 2026. Choose 5k, 10k, half marathon, mile or kids dash with chip timing, designer shirt, custom medal and free photos, plus a virtual option.

Join the 2026 Get Outside 5k Fun Run in Burlington, WA on January 24 for a chip timed community 5k along wooded trails beside the airport. Enjoy a free race shirt with registration and support the Boys and Girls Clubs of Skagit County.