Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Trail run in Dubuque on May 2, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances. The event features marked trails, basic timing, a custom bib, a rotating race item, and post-race food; series entry includes a series gift.

Trails n Vines Wine Run takes runners through the scenic vineyards of Orfila Winery in Escondido. Choose from 3, 6, or 9-mile trail distances and enjoy wine tastings after the race. Participation is limited to 400 runners.

Experience a technical trail run through 600 acres of forested hills in Southeast Ohio. Choose between a rugged 10K or a scenic 5K course featuring a suspension bridge and primitive campsites.

A 12 mile out and back trail race on the Holyoke Range in Amherst, MA with more than 3,500 ft of elevation gain on technical singletrack. Runners must carry their own water and two manned stations are provided.

Experience the natural beauty of Mission Tejas State Park at the Sasquatch Shuffle. With distances ranging from 5k to 100k, this event offers a variety of trail running options for all endurance levels.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the 1st Annual Fuzzy's Taco Dash in Kingwood. Run the scenic Greenbelt Trails and enjoy post race tacos and refreshments with the whole family.

Experience a fun mud filled course at Bates Nut Farm featuring waist deep mud pits and a dozen unique obstacles. This untimed event is perfect for those looking to run crawl and slide through the mud followed by a post race party.

In-person and virtual running and ruck events take place May 2, 2026, on the fully paved Black River Trail near Watertown, NY, offering 5K, 10K and a 15K Combo plus ruck options; proceeds benefit the Volunteer Transportation Center.

Join this trail event at Potato Creek State Park offering a 10k loop course for multiple distances including a 50k and marathon. Enjoy chip timed races and clearly marked trails in a relaxed park setting.

Run a scenic single track trail in Johnson City at the finale of the Rogue Trail Series. Participants can choose from four distances and enjoy live bluegrass music and a creek side setting.

A 50K trail ultramarathon in OSU’s McDonald Forest featuring smooth singletrack, scenic May views and a pine-needled downhill finish, limited to 300 runners and including a hoody and socks with entry.

A timed trail event on a mostly single track 3 mile loop at Hills Creek Lake offering 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour and 12 hour relay options; youth programs and on site camping are available.

Two trail distances on the same grass and gravel course at Willow River State Park, featuring single track, rolling terrain, aid stations, and a cupless policy. Race day registration may be available but spots are not guaranteed.

Outrun 24 Hour Trail Race in Kirtland, Ohio uses a USATF certified 1.002445 mile loop and lets participants run any distance up to 24 hours. Live chip timing, event swag, medals under 100 miles and a buckle for 100 mile finishers are provid..

A 5K trail run and walk at Midland City Forest on May 2, 2026, offered as separate chip timed events with and without dogs, with medals for top finishers and proceeds benefiting Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

Trail event at Greig Farm in Red Hook, NY featuring 5K and 10K trail runs plus a 5K walk through meadows, orchards, and forest, with cash prizes for the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5K and 10K.

A trail running event at Bailes Ridge near Fort Mill, SC offering 8 hour and 4 hour formats on a 1.4 mile nontechnical loop with organic aid station food and handmade finisher awards.

Experience a messy three mile obstacle course at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Participants run crawl and slide through mud and water in this functional outdoor event designed for friends and families.

A multi-discipline adventure at Deam Lake with 18 hour and 4 hour formats where solo racers and teams navigate by map and compass on foot, bike, and canoe to score checkpoints.

A free community trail run at Theodore Wirth Park offering a four mile trail classic and kids 1/4 or 1/2 mile options. Preregistration is required and race day spots may be available if space allows.