Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Ode in the Snow invites runners to tackle a technical 4.17 mile loop in various formats, from 5k to an on site or virtual eight hour Backyard ultra. Cold weather camaraderie, unique prizes and rugged trails await.

Brave winter trails in Dubuque County at the Triple D Winter Endurance Race, featuring bike and run distances from 5K to 70 miles on the Heritage Trail and nearby routes. Finish at 7Hills for warm food, prizes and community celebration.

Kick off the year on trail at the Kardia Resolution Run in Houston on January 17. Choose a level 5K or a playful 1 mile Adventure Course with games, finisher medals, and family friendly fun on a scenic park like course.

A multi-race trail and ultra series across Maricopa County Regional Parks from October 2025 to March 2026, offering distances from 5 km up to 100 miles and both Fall and Spring series with a full-series discount option.

The Gurney Lane 5K Snowshoe Race will take place in Queensbury on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Shelby Trails in Simpsonville KY on January 17 offers scenic 4 mile and 8 mile looped courses with creek crossings, rows of cedars, single track and rolling hills. Varied trail and open pasture sections make for a rewarding challenge.

Run scenic trails at Anne Springs Close Greenway just outside Charlotte with 4, 9 or 13 mile options for on site or virtual runners. All finishers get a Recover hoodie and medal, plus post race food, beer and a bonfire.

Join a 2 to 3 mile fun run at Lula Lake Preserve followed by the annual polar plunge to fund stewardship of 4,000 acres and the Rock Creek watershed. Only this day can the public swim in Lula Lake and proceeds fund trails and habitat care.

Run a scenic 5 mile trail at Greenwood Furnace State Park, climbing to Stone Mountain for sweeping views before a mostly downhill finish. The race is part of SnowFest, a family friendly winter event with a bonfire and hot soup.

Take on the Harbison 50k or 25k trail races at scenic Harbison State Park in Columbia on January 17, 2026. The 25k is sold out and only a few 50k spots remain, so grab your bib for rugged singletrack and forest views.

Join the Shannon Trail Series in San Angelo, TX for three scenic trail races from Jan 17 to Feb 21, 2026 at Middle Concho Park, Twin Buttes Boat Ramp, and San Angelo State Park. Choose short or long distances on rugged single track trails a..

Tour de Trails is a four race winter trail series around Rockford IL from December to March, featuring 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile routes through scenic local preserves. Expect icy, snowy conditions and a friendly community vibe supporting Rockford..

Hit the trails at Lake Bistineau State Park on January 17, 2026 with 3 mile and 9 mile options on scenic cut trails. Age group awards and a handy duffle bag for finishers make this a great winter trail run.

Run 17 or 34 miles on rugged Capitol State Forest trails in a low support Fat Ass format. Expect winter conditions, be self supported, and enjoy soup while supporting local forest and search and rescue.

Join the Matcha BullCity 5k in Durham on Jan 17, 2026 for a friendly loop along the Duke Washington Trail hosted by Matcha Girls Run Club. All paces welcome to run, jog, or walk, then unwind with tea and bites at Gossip Tea Lounge.

Big Bend Ultra invites trail runners to tackle scenic remote terrain around Big Bend National and State Parks near Terlingua, Texas. Choose distances from 10k to 100K and enjoy sweeping views and unforgettable stargazing.

Run through redwood forests at Huddart Park with distances from a short 8K to a challenging 50K, plus a free kids dash. Expect scenic single track routes, friendly aid stations and a welcoming trail community.

Run a scenic 5K or 10K through Pierce College and nearby parks in Puyallup on January 18, 2026, then celebrate with freshly brewed coffee and handcrafted chocolate. Early registration pricing ends December 31, 2025.

Tackle scenic single track at Huddart Park in Woodside on Jan 18 for the Crystal Springs Trail Run, with distances from 8K to 50K plus a kids dash. Expect big climbs, stocked aid stations, cupless rules, and custom finisher medals.

Join Cock a Doodle Shoe on January 18, 2026 at New Land Trust in Saranac NY for a snowy day of fun and fundraising on snowshoes. Tackle a 5K or 10K or bring kids to the free 1/2 mile scramble.