Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Choose a scenic 5 mile run or hike or push into a 25K at Raven Rock State Park, winding creekside trails that climb to a river overlook. Enjoy on site food, event photos and finisher medals for all.

Start 2026 strong at Ring in the New Year in South El Monte on January 4 with 5k, 10k, 15k and half marathon routes on scenic Whittier Narrows trails. Enjoy custom medals, free photos and post race snacks.

Run the Frozen H3 on the Jericho Horse Trail in Francis Marion National Forest with looped courses from 10K up to a 100 mile ultra, including a Night 25k. Expect rugged single track, supportive aid stations and informal campsite atmosphere.

Test your cold weather skills at the St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra in St. Croix State Park, Hinckley MN, a rugged 40 mile winter challenge for runners, skiers, and fat bikers. Carry essential survival gear and complete on course skill tests to..

HOKA Bandera Endurance Trail Race on Jan 10 and 11, 2026 at Hill Country State Natural Area in Bandera Texas offers 25 km, 50 km and a tough 100 km Western States qualifier. Expect rocky, technical trails and big climbs.

Run scenic San Pasqual trails on Jan 10, 2026 with distances from a youth 1 mile to a 50 mile ultra. Finishers get a tri blend shirt, handcrafted wooden medal, free race photos and awards for top finishers.

San Tan Scramble on Jan 10, 2026 at San Tan Mountain Regional Park near Queen Creek Arizona offers scenic single track through cactus filled foothills with sandy washes and a rocky Goldmine climb. Distances from 5K to 50K welcome beginners..

Run winter single track in Crystal Lake at the Frozen Gnome on Jan 10, a Triple Black Diamond loop through Veteran Acres. Choose 50K, 10K or 50K relays for teams of 2 or 5 and warm up at the Gnome Depot with hot food and coffee.

Join the historic IQ FIBER Winter Beach Run at Jacksonville Beach, running since 1976, for a scenic 10 mile or 5K on packed sand, finishing with medals, hot chocolate and snacks. Family friendly and part of the Jacksonville Grand Prix serie..

Run scenic shoreline single track at Granite Beach with 12K and 5K options, then toast your effort with a custom IPA glass and locally brewed beer for participants 21 and over. Enjoy post race food and age group awards in a lively community..

Join the 12th annual Perpetua FatAss in Yachats, OR on January 10 2026 for free runs with distances from 9 miles to 50K, self supported with water at a few spots along the course. Finish with a relaxed potluck at Yachats Commons.

Take on rugged singletrack and big climbs at the No Hands Trail Run in Auburn CA on Jan 10, 2026, with distances from 8K to 50K to suit every trail runner. Enjoy friendly aid stations, cupless racing and a custom pint glass for 50K finisher..

Take on the Frosty Cox six hour trail in Concord NC, running 6.2 mile loops on rugged singletrack with creek crossings and wooded trails. Limited entries, staffed aid and finish recognition make this a cozy winter endurance test.

Run the Yates Astro Resolution Race on January 10, 2026 at Bethesda Academy in Savannah for a scenic 3.1 mile trail through marshes, pastures and gardens while supporting Bethesda Academy programs. Kids enjoy a Fun Run and pancake breakfast..

Tackle a scenic, challenging half marathon through rugged trails and creek crossings at South Mountains State Park near Connelly Springs, NC. Limited to 200 runners on January 10, 2026, this race delivers big climbs, Appalachian views, and..

Take on the Frozen Sasquatch at Kanawha State Forest this January, with 25K and 50K loop options across scenic single track. Expect snow, ice and steep climbs for a true cold weather trail challenge.

Tackle Sawnee Mountain at Dirty Spokes Mayhem on the Mountain, a scenic but technical trail run featuring roots, rocks, creek crossings and ridgeline climbs. Choose a 3.0 or 5.15 mile route and grab one of only 325 spots.

Run under the stars at Caesar Creek State Park with marathon, half and 10K on wooded single track trails. Bring a headlamp and collapsible cup for aid stations and earn a glow in the dark owl finisher medal.

Join FREEDOM STARTS HERE in Pinehurst on Jan 10, 2026 with 10K, 5K, and 1 mile along the scenic Reservoir Park loop and Whitehall Trail. Proceeds benefit Sandhills Adult & Teen Challenge; finishers receive a shirt and medal.

Join Hope in Every Step 5K in Modesto for a family friendly run or walk along the scenic Tuolumne River Parkway. Gear up with a teal event shirt, compete for awards, and help support local youth through Sole Support.