Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Glacier Glide is a pursuit style Nordic ski event in Whitefish featuring classic and skate races for youth and adults. Lunch is included and the Viking Pursuit champion earns a free American Birkebeiner entry.

Join The Legacy on January 17 in Gastonia for trail races from 1 Mile to 50K through Spencer Mountain loops. Proceeds support research into brain disorders and learning disabilities; finishers get a unique pottery medal.

Tackle technical singletrack and rolling hills at the Frost Eagle Trail Run in Soaring Eagle Park on January 17. Pick a 5 mile or half marathon figure eight course with frequent aid stations and a lively winter trail vibe.

Join Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs and Snowshoe Race at Chenango Valley State Park for scenic 10k loops you can repeat to suit any distance, including a kids run. Enjoy festival vibes with food trucks, ice events, and community spirit.

Frozen Goat at Monte Sano State Park joins the Winter Wild Thangs Trail Series with 4 Mile, 15K and 30K courses featuring bluff views, creek crossings and waterfalls. Scenic trails and a cupless format promise a true trail challenge.

Join the Food for Others 5k and 10k at Leesylvania State Park on Jan 17, 2026 for a scenic trail run with small hills and a staircase. Support Food for Others while enjoying chip timing, medals, tech shirts, and a virtual option.

Tackle rugged single track trails at Meeman Shelby Forest State Park on January 17, 2026 with 25K or 50K options over scenic blazed routes. All proceeds support local trail maintenance and every finisher earns a custom medal.

Ode in the Snow invites runners to tackle a technical 4.17 mile loop in various formats, from 5k to an on site or virtual eight hour Backyard ultra. Cold weather camaraderie, unique prizes and rugged trails await.

Brave winter trails in Dubuque County at the Triple D Winter Endurance Race, featuring bike and run distances from 5K to 70 miles on the Heritage Trail and nearby routes. Finish at 7Hills for warm food, prizes and community celebration.

Kick off the year on trail at the Kardia Resolution Run in Houston on January 17. Choose a level 5K or a playful 1 mile Adventure Course with games, finisher medals, and family friendly fun on a scenic park like course.

Run the Desert Runner Trail Series across the Valley of the Sun with distances from 5K to 100 miles. Earn points at each race and aim for the Series Finale at White Tank Mountain in March. Series passes available for savings on entries.

The Gurney Lane 5K Snowshoe Race will take place in Queensbury on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Shelby Trails in Simpsonville KY on January 17 offers scenic 4 mile and 8 mile looped courses with creek crossings, rows of cedars, single track and rolling hills. Varied trail and open pasture sections make for a rewarding challenge.

Run scenic trails at Anne Springs Close Greenway just outside Charlotte with 4, 9 or 13 mile options for on site or virtual runners. All finishers get a Recover hoodie and medal, plus post race food, beer and a bonfire.

Join a 2 to 3 mile fun run at Lula Lake Preserve followed by the annual polar plunge to fund stewardship of 4,000 acres and the Rock Creek watershed. Only this day can the public swim in Lula Lake and proceeds fund trails and habitat care.

Run a scenic 5 mile trail at Greenwood Furnace State Park, climbing to Stone Mountain for sweeping views before a mostly downhill finish. The race is part of SnowFest, a family friendly winter event with a bonfire and hot soup.

Take on the Harbison 50k or 25k trail races at scenic Harbison State Park in Columbia on January 17, 2026. The 25k is sold out and only a few 50k spots remain, so grab your bib for rugged singletrack and forest views.

Join the Shannon Trail Series in San Angelo, TX for three scenic trail races from Jan 17 to Feb 21, 2026 at Middle Concho Park, Twin Buttes Boat Ramp, and San Angelo State Park. Choose short or long distances on rugged single track trails a..

Tour de Trails is a four race winter trail series around Rockford IL from December to March, featuring 3, 6, 9 and 12 mile routes through scenic local preserves. Expect icy, snowy conditions and a friendly community vibe supporting Rockford..

Hit the trails at Lake Bistineau State Park on January 17, 2026 with 3 mile and 9 mile options on scenic cut trails. Age group awards and a handy duffle bag for finishers make this a great winter trail run.