Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

VCP 50K is a looped trail ultramarathon in Van Cortlandt Park on 01 May 2027. The 50K course starts with a flats lap then ten cross country loops, with stocked aid stations, drop bag access, finisher medal, singlet, meal and beer.

Obstacle course weekend at McCormick Farms in Spring Lake, NC on May 1 and 2, 2027. Multiple race distances run from a 5 km Sprint to a 50 km Ultra, plus a kids race and spectator access.

An obstacle 5 km through Raymond James Stadium with 20 obstacles running past the pirate ship and stadium bleachers. The weekend also includes a kids race and spectator options, with team entries and an available service member discount.

A Spartan obstacle weekend at Meadow Wood Equestrian Center on May 1 and 2, 2027, offering Sprint 5 km and Super 10 km race options, plus kids races and spectator access.

Three races at Lake of the Ozarks State Park feature varied trail terrain, viewpoints and a multileg traverse that combines about 32 miles of running with 3 miles of paddling. Aid stations, finish line awards and event photos are provided.

A multi-distance trail event at Greenland Open Space near Larkspur, Colorado on May 2, 2026, featuring 4M, 8M, 25K and a multi-lap 50K that serves as the 2026 RRCA National 50K Championship. The course runs on dirt trails through grasslands..

An elimination race in Gentry AR where runners repeat 1 mile loops and must finish each loop within 20 minutes. Each entrant adds a $20 stake that becomes the prize pot for the last finisher.

TutHell 50K in Sioux Falls has runners complete 100 laps of a 0.31 mile loop up and down Tut Hill. Entry is by essay selection and a free will donation supports charities, with a fully stocked aid station at the hilltop.

A noncompetitive endurance event in Sam A. Baker State Park where hikers aim to ascend Mudlick Mountain eight times in 12 hours, covering about 23 miles and 7,980 feet of ascent; shuttles, aid stations, and an optional pre-event ceremony ar..

Trail races in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia offering 50 mile, 50K, 25K and 8 mile options with significant climbing, timed cutoffs, awards, a pint glass and finishers medal. The event benefits the state park and local rescue services.

A spring trail half marathon in Herriman, Utah, covering 13.1 miles of canyons, ridgelines, and foothills with about 1,681 feet of elevation gain and mostly single track terrain.

A road and trail running event through Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs with multiple course options, including a 9.5 mile route. The route passes Siamese Twins, Kissing Camels, and Balanced Rock with Pikes Peak as a backdrop.

Trail races at Donald County Park include 5 km, 15 km and a Kids One Mile Fun Run across prairie, single-track, sand and bridges. Proceeds support Friends of Donald Park for trail maintenance and repair.

Trail races at Echo Bluffs and Current River state parks with distances from a 1 mile youth run to a full trail marathon, featuring single-track sections, bluff views, rolling hills, and a cupless format.

Trail races and a ruck at Queeny Park organized by Rockinator Racing. Multiple loop formats, chip timing, aid station service, finishers medals and podium awards by age group.

A relaxed trail event at St. Patrick's County Park on May 1, 2027 offering chip-timed distances from 10k to 50k with marked routes and family-friendly options.

Mud Factor MCKINNEY is a 5K mud and obstacle run at Myers Park & Event Center in McKinney, TX on May 1, 2027. The all-ages event has adult and KIDZ family waves; a signed waiver and photo ID are required for adults.

Rise Racing Co.'s Sasquatch Shuffle is a trail event at Mission Tejas State Park on May 1 2027, offering distances from 5k up to 100k across multiple trail courses.

A series of five point to point trail races across central Arizona led by the 252.9 mile Cocodona 250. Routes connect historic towns and varied landscapes with staffed aid stations and defined cutoffs.

A 150 hour timed trail event near Mack, Colorado where five off road routes form a roughly 55 mile Journey. Crewed and uncrewed divisions run under strict navigation and support rules with a single home base aid station.