Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A timed trail event at Big Springs Park where runners complete a 4.1667 mile lap each hour. Race choices are 1 hour, 3 hour, 6 hour, and 12 hour with winners set on the designated hot laps.

A 31 miles out and back trail ultramarathon along the McKenzie River near Blue River, OR, featuring waterfalls, Clear Lake, lava flows and the Tamolitch Pool. Aid stations every 4 to 6 miles and entry includes shuttle and event swag.

A 5K trail and obstacle run on the 400 acre campus of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare in Wallingford CT, featuring 24 obstacles and a festival area with vendors, live music, and food trucks, supporting the Gaylord Sports Association.

A series of in-person trail races in Park City from June to August 2026, featuring a 7K, half marathon, 25K and 50K. Races are capped at 400 participants and finishers receive a medal and race swag.

Multi-distance running at Draper Park in Oklahoma City with Kids Dash, 2 mile, 4 mile, 8 mile and 13.1 miles plus a virtual option; chip timing, age group awards, medals, shirts and multiple volunteer roles are included.

A second annual trail event in Dunstable, Massachusetts offering a 5 mile loop or a six hour race of repeated 5 mile loops. The course follows an old railroad bed, an arched stone bridge, woods, peaks, and single track trails.

A three-race mountain trail series around Cloudcroft NM featuring an 8 mile forest course, mid and ultra distances through high-elevation single track and historic rail beds. Skyline Series awards an overall King and Queen title.

A multi-distance trail event in Norton, Virginia, featuring 25k, 50k, 100k, and 100-mile options through High Knob and Jefferson National Forest with substantial elevation gain and finisher buckles for the ultra distances.

Experience the moderately technical and flowing trails of Knoxville at Sharp's Ridge Rambler. This event features 7 mile, 4 mile, and 1 mile trail races that climb and descend the scenic ridges of the park.

A family friendly 5K mud run on June 13, 2026 at Valley Speedway featuring obstacles, waist deep mud pits, a pre race music party, and a finish area festival with food and drinks. VIP and value registration options are available.

A community run and walk at Munroe Falls Metro Park on June 13, 2026, featuring an in-person 5K, a 1.55 mile fun walk and a virtual 5K with shirts, medals and age-group awards.

A point to point trail event on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail offering a 70.5 mile race, a 50K and relays. Registration opens unannounced in late November or early December and fields are limited.

Experience a scenic evening run on a flat paved loop around Rockland Lake. This chip timed half marathon features sunset views, frequent aid stations, and custom finisher medals only 45 minutes north of NYC.

A backyard ultra at Kinsey Park in Peoria featuring a 4.16 mile single-track loop run hourly until one runner remains, with on-course aid, participant swag, and milestone prizes for 50k, 50 miles, and 100 miles.

Trail races at Bogue Chitto State Park offering a 5 mile loop and a 10 mile two loop course on dirt trails. Water refill stations are provided for personal bottles, awards for top three men and women, food from New Orleans Mission.

A last-person-standing trail race on a 2.18-mile forest loop in Japanese Gulch, where cutoff times shrink each lap until one runner remains. The format mixes social-paced laps with progressive time limits and is Trail Sisters Approved.

A half marathon, 8 miler, and 5K held at The Village at Palisades Tahoe with courses on the paved Truckee River Trail, aid stations and on-site medical support, and event amenities including a T-shirt, medal, and post-race beer for 21 plus.

A US Road Running event in Katy, TX offering 5K, 10K and a 13.1 mile half marathon on measured out and back loops. Online registration is required and the course has a 3 hour and 30 minute time limit.

A 5K cross country run/walk at Caskeys Campground on June 13, 2026, raising funds for Type 1 Diabetes awareness. The day includes a free 400 m kids run and a family fun program with food trucks and lake activities.

A Last Man Standing race in Chattanooga on a 4.3 mile loop where runners must finish each circuit within an hour; laps repeat until only one runner remains, with short recovery time between laps.