Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Enjoy Bay Area views and varied singletrack at Hacienda Hills Trail Run Winter near San Jose on Jan 3, 2026. Choose from nine distances up to 50K, enjoy marked courses, aid stations and a finisher medal.

Run the Lost Coast 55K in Whitethorn California on January 3 2026, a scenic backcountry route of gravel and quiet pavement with sweeping coastal views. Rough surfaces and about 6,500 feet of climbing make for a rewarding remote challenge.

Run scenic single track trails at the Carolina Beach Half Marathon and 5K on January 3 2026 in Carolina Beach NC. Finishers receive medals and post race snacks and water, plus a beer for those 21 and over on the American Legion patio.

Run shaded loops through Wekiwa Springs in Apopka, Florida on Jan 3 and 4, 2026 with 12 hour and 24 hour solo races plus a 24 hour team relay. Enjoy scenic trails, wildlife sightings and a lively runner village with campfires and shared cab..

Explore Bonita Lakes Park in Meridian, Mississippi on January 3, 2026 with 50K, 25K, or 12.5K trail distances across rooty single track, jeep trail, and rolling hills. Each loop finishes on the Mardi Gras Trail with beads and a playful down..

WinterRock on Jan 3, 2026 in Independence Kansas features 25K and 12K on a technical single track out and back along the scenic Elk River trail. Expect limestone bluffs, water only aid stations, and finisher shirts and medallions.

Start the year with the Frozen Feet 5k Trail Run at Creek Ridge County Park on January 3. Run two looped, rooty trails with a hill each, grab a cozy winter hat and gloves and enjoy a grassroots fun finish line vibe.

Kick off 2026 at Yankee Springs Winter Challenge on Jan 3 at Long Lake Outdoor Center with 50k, 25k, 10k and 5k on rolling wooded single track and lake views. Warm tent, aid stations and a snow globe finisher await.

Take on the rugged Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon or 17 mile Fun Run in Big Fork Arkansas. Limited to 225 runners, this donation based race supports the local community and delivers big climbs and great trail camaraderie.

Join the inaugural Scarface Mountain Trail Run at Usery Mountain Park on Jan 3, 2026 for scenic desert trails. Choose 10 km, 5 km or 1 mile, get a race shirt and finisher pint, and support local charities.

Croom Zoom in Brooksville, FL invites you to run shaded trails through oak hammocks in Withlacoochee State Forest, with 50K, 20 mile and 10 mile options. The looped course keeps aid stations and drop bags within reach for a great day on the..

Take on The Resolution Run in Waco on Jan 3, choosing distances from 8K to 50K on scenic, rooty single track loops in Cameron Park. Finishers score a tri blend tee and a wooden medal to celebrate the effort.

Start 2026 at the Siberian Express, a 7.45 mile winter trail run at Kickapoo State Recreation Area on January 3. Expect steep climbs and creek crossings, carry your own hydration, and warm up at a friendly post race gathering.

Run snowy fat bike trails in Duluth at the Northwoods Winter Trail Marathon and Half Marathon, with elevated routes offering city and Lake Superior views. Snowshoe divisions and series rewards make this a memorable winter challenge.

Kick off 2026 on the trails at Absolution Run, January 3 at St. Edward State Park in Kenmore. Pick a 4 mile loop or an 8 mile double loop over winding single track and lakeshore, finishing with an uphill push and full aid station support.

Run or ride the Wild Azalea Trail at the 14th Wild Azalea Trail Challenge near Alexandria LA on Jan 3, 2026. A 26 mile loop winds through hardwood, creek and pine terrain with race distances from 10K to 50 mile.

Hit the single track at Tyler State Park for Run The Pines, a scenic trail race with options from 6K to long 20K plus a ruck division. Expect rooty, hilly forest trails, aid stations, on course photos and a wooden finisher medal.

Run the Frozen Nuts Trail Run in Nancy, Kentucky on January 3, 2026 with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 5K competitive walk. Scenic winter trails and solid on course support make it great for racers and casual runners alike.

Join the Swamp Forest Trail Run in Tallahassee on Jan 3, 2026 for scenic single track and rolling trails through swamps, pine and oak forests. Options: quarter marathon 6.8 mile, half 13.6 mile or 20 mile challenge; limited to 150 runners.

Kick off 2026 with the Frosty Fireman 5k in Franklin, TN on January 3, a scenic but challenging course with steep climbs and a 1 mile fun run. Enjoy a community morning of running while supporting the Nashville Fire Fighters Association Fou..