Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Tackle a steep trail ascent up Mount Sentinel in Missoula with the area’s longest running hill climb. Reach the summit after gaining 2000 feet of elevation and celebrate with ice cream at the base.

Enjoy a six race trail series held on Wednesday evenings at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Run or hike through three to five miles of single track and gravel paths as the sun sets.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series is a four-week trail run event on Wednesday evenings in May. Runners can tackle a scenic 10 km course in the Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park. It’s a grassroots series designed to bring the local running..

Event Overview The Friends of Yellow River State Forest Trail Run is the seventh annual running event held in the state forest. It takes place over two days, with events on May 8 and 9, 2026. The event is organized by the Friends of Yellow..

Hellbender 100 The Hellbender 100 is a 100-mile trail race. The 2026 edition will use an alternative course, combining elements of the 2025 route with the original course, due to trail conditions. The route passes through the Black Mountain..

Tiger Claw tests runners on the steep trails of Tiger Mountain. Options include a vertical ascent, a rugged 50k with three climbs, or a team relay. Tackle the challenging Pacific Northwest terrain.

Experience off road running through the Pere Marquette Forest in Northern Michigan with distances ranging from 5K to 100K. All races start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort and feature professional timing and post race festivities.

The Tejas Dirt Festival is a trail sports event on May 8-9, 2026. It is held at Camp Eagle in Rock Springs, Texas. The location is described as the adventure capital of Texas and is a couple of hours from San Antonio and a few hours from Au..

Experience a team trail relay across 124 miles of red dirt paths and singletrack near Zion National Park. Enjoy a festive village atmosphere with camping and premium amenities under the stars.

Experience a riverside trail event in Valley featuring 12 hour and 6 hour endurance challenges or a scenic 5K run. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with unique finisher awards and $100 prizes for new course records.

The Tick is a rugged 57.41-mile wilderness adventure on the Florida National Scenic Trail through Ocala National Forest. Crew support is mandatory for this point-to-point, no-frills ultramarathon. Participation is free but capped, with a su..

The Valkyrie Trail Race is a women's trail running event in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Choose from six distances, from 4 miles to 50K, on courses with meadows, singletrack, and technical paths. Registration includes park entry, a shirt,..

This 36th annual trail run starts at Stinson Beach and climbs into the iconic redwood forests of Muir Woods. Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 7-mile distances on a course featuring wooden ladders, staircases, and panoramic views. The..

Experience the largest undeveloped nature preserve in Cook County on these wide horsetrail courses. Choose between a full marathon or a 10 mile run featuring significant elevation gains and a supportive two way traffic layout.

A technical trail race on the Wapack Trail in Ashburnham, MA on May 9, 2026, offering 21.5, 43 and 50 mile options over rocky single track and significant elevation. Registration is limited, manually timed, and nonrefundable.

Run or walk through conifer forests and along coastal bluffs in Point Arena. This sustainable 5K trail event supports local environmental education and youth stewardship on the Mendocino Coast.

Experience USATF certified courses through Cape Henlopen State Park and historic Fort Miles. Choose between running, walking, or a heavy march to support veterans in this scenic Delaware event.

Set in the high-altitude Jemez Mountains of New Mexico, this nonprofit trail run offers three challenging distances on technical terrain. Participants receive unique local pottery and enjoy community meals. Be prepared for steep climbs and..

Discover a trail running gem within Philadelphia at the Dirty German Endurance Fest. Runners explore the shaded, scenic paths of Pennypack Park on a mix of single-track and gravel trails. The event offers three distances, unique German-them..

Run a scenic 5k at Boone Hall Plantation to support Southern Paws Animal Rescue. You can save on registration by donating pet food. This annual event happens rain or shine.