Explore the best trail runs in the United States for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 4039 exciting races across the country. Find your next race in the United States below and join the running community at these great events!
Muddy Princess Michigan is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park on July 26, 2026. The course includes more than 18 obstacles and welcomes participants aged seven and up to run, jog or walk.
An 11.5 mile summer trail race in Haines, Alaska, across rainforest and alpine ridge with a shuttle to the start, postrace drinks, and awards. Profits support local middle and high school cross country programs.
Iron Horse 8k is race two of the Black Diamond Running Series on July 26, 2026 at Montage Mountain in Moosic, PA. This 8k (5 miles) trail event features hilly terrain, free waterpark admission for registrants, and cash prizes for top finish..
A 30 km singletrack mountain race in the Catskills on July 26, 2026 with about 4,800 ft of climb and a six hour cut off. The remote route has limited aid, wave starts, and entry requires qualifying standards.
A six mile trail race in Fairview, Tennessee on July 26, 2026 organized by Nashville Running Company. The course features single and double track, aid stations without disposable cups, and prizes for top finishers.
A 3-mile trail race in Jackson, WY, that gains 1,535 feet from Phil Baux Park to the gondola summit; runners get a free ride down and should carry their own hydration. Entry is $40 and registration before July 19 secures a t-shirt.
A 3.1 mile lap race at Chris Lewit Tennis Academy near Manchester, Vermont, held on wooded trails beside the West River. Net proceeds support veterans charities and all racers receive a free T shirt; family activities include river swimming..
The NDA XC Alumnae Race is the fifth annual 2 mile cross country event on the NDA campus in Toledo, Ohio. The looped course is almost entirely on grass and the event focuses on reuniting alumnae, current runners and family members.
Run the Wild is a community trail running event at Memorial Park in Houston on July 26, 2026, with guided group runs, pace groups, and a preview of the Houston Ultra Trail route. The event includes breakfast tacos, giveaways, and fundraisin..
A community 5K trail run at Rock Creek Picnic Shelter in Derwood, MD, on July 26, 2026. Part of the PAMOJA Weekend, the event highlights unity, culture, wellness and community connection.
A 135 mile invitational ultramarathon from Badwater Basin in Death Valley to Whitney Portal near Mt. Whitney. Runners cover desert and mountain terrain with a 45 hour limit and must be supported by a single vehicle crew.
A single 200-mile loop around Summit County, Colorado on trails, 4WD roads and rec paths, with elevations above 9,000 ft and sections over 12,700 ft. The field is capped at 75 runners and includes 12 aid stations, four sleep stations, and l..
Third race of a three-event fundraising cross country series in Lagrange, IN, with three 4K races; awards given by average finishing time across the series.
A weekly cross country series offering thirteen 5K races on Tuesday nights from April to July. The event takes place at Central Park in Parsippany and is open to all ages and abilities. Participants can register for the full series or pay f..