Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Test your strength and stamina at this premier Iowa obstacle course featuring mud, climbing, and jumping across 5K and 6 mile distances. Compete for a gladiator sword or join a team for a weekend of physical challenges.

Experience 360 degree views of the Bay Area at Wildcat 2026 in El Sobrante. This scenic event features a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K as well as a remote participation option.

A point to point 57.5 miles trail race from Blairsville to Blue Ridge through the Chattahoochee National Forest. The course includes technical single track, mountain roads, over 17,000 feet of ascent and descent, and 10 aid stations.

Trail races in Waxhaw, NC on May 16, 2026 with a 50k run made of three 10+ mile laps and a single 10 mile loop, cupless aid station, finishers medal, and limited t shirt availability.

A timed endurance trail event near Willow Springs on a 4 mile loop with single and double track, rolling hills, a signature aid station offering snacks and drinks, and a mandatory reusable cup policy.

Trail races at Soaring Eagle Regional Park in Sammamish WA offer multiple distances from kids races to a half marathon. Courses start on the Pipeline Trail and follow winding, mostly flat forest singletrack with rooty sections.

A checkpoint run at Mt Tabor Park where runners get a map, pick their own routes, and try to collect the most checkpoints within two hours. Solo and team entries are available and finishing runners receive a mug plus event refreshments.

The Don's Backyard Bbq 20k Trail Run Challenge will take place in Winder on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run 20 kilometers.

Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K The Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Roseville, California. The event starts and finishes at the Moksa Barrel House on Foothills Boulevard. The event offers three distances: Half Marathon: Th..

Multiple trail distances run from Buffalo Lodge in Colorado Springs with courses around Rampart Reservoir and Rampart Range Road, high points near 9,500 feet, limited onsite parking and a shuttle for the point to point 60K.

This 13th annual trail run in Trussville offers Alabama's only 8K trail race. Starting and finishing at the Senior Citizens Center, it supports the Troy Ellis Foundation.

Test your endurance on a 2.2 mile loop through the scenic Roosevelt Forest. This nine hour ultra event offers a supportive atmosphere for runners aiming to hit personal distance goals on classic New England trails.

A May trail running event at Possum Kingdom Lake with varied terrain, multiple looped distances from 4 miles to 69 miles, cupless aid stations, drop bags, and paced options for the longest distances.

Die to Run is a backyard ultra where a dice roll decides your fate. Each hour, a live die roll sets the next loop's distance from 1 to 6 miles on a flat, paved path. Be the last runner standing to win, and everyone walks away with a persona..

Three trail races at Island Lake Recreation Area near Brighton, MI: Nightfall 50K, Overnight 100K, and Daybreak 50K. Entry is capped at 450 runners; night races carry a combined prize purse and all registrants receive a tech hoody.

Run the Sky Pilots Ouray Backyard Ultra in Fellin Park, completing a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner outlasts the field. Enjoy riverside trails, mountain views near 7,700 feet and shared aid.

Experience a unique night time trail race at Texas only lift served bike park in Burnet. Choose from various timed challenges or fixed distances including rucking and youth events under the stars.

Experience a five mile trail race or walk through the scenic BLM lands of New Mexico. Enjoy mountain views and a canyon creek finish while supporting the maintenance of local trail systems.

Experience the beauty of Letchworth State Park through a series of trail races ranging from a 5K to a full 26.3 mile marathon. Choose a solo challenge or join a relay team for a weekend of trail running in Western New York.

Experience a fast and flat race along the historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath in Potomac. With 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances available, walkers and runners of all kinds are welcome at Carderock Park.