Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A 5K trail run at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve held after the Fourth of July that includes a kids fun run, finisher medal and awards, patriotic outfit prize, and an optional 8-week training program.

A community 5k run/walk and 1 mile walk on the Ironton Rail Trail in Coplay, PA on July 11, 2026. The event is professionally timed and features T-shirts for early registrants, finish-line results, refreshments, raffle tickets and awards.

A four mile vineyard run at Fables and Feathers in Goodview, VA on July 11, 2026, offered in-person and virtual. The event features a device free prediction run for prizes, a wine stopper medal, and winery tasting access for finishers.

A point-to-point trail marathon from Duluth to Carlton, Minnesota covering 26.2 miles of rugged singletrack with substantial elevation change, aid stations, drop bag service, cupless aid, crew restrictions at some stations, and a 10 hour li..

Jackalope Trail Run on July 11, 2026 at Monte Sano State Park in Huntsville AL offers 4 mile and 8 mile trail races in the Wild Thangs Series with bluff views, creek crossings and aid stations; the event is cupless and capped at 400 runners..

Grey Rock Trail Runs on July 11, 2026 near Yakima, WA offers 25K and 12K out and back single-track courses with mountain views, aid stations, and medals for the top three men and women.

Trail-based 5K and 10K at Rock Creek Regional Park in Derwood, MD, with virtual entry options and listed registration fees. The event also collects donated race medals for Medals4Mettle.

Shark Week themed races at Stars & Stripes Park in Oklahoma City with 1 mile, 5K, 10K, a kids dash and a virtual option. Chip timing for 5K and 10K plus race tees, medals, music and awards.

A themed race day by Bigfoot Running Company at Lady Bird Johnson Trail Park offering a Kids Dash, 1 Mile, chip timed 5K and 10K, volunteer options, and a virtual run on July 11, 2026.

OUTLAST Spokane is a six hour trail challenge where runners complete a 5K each hour and must finish each lap to continue. Partial finishes earn patches, six laps earn a medal, and top finishers advance on a national leaderboard with cash pr..

A 5K trail event at North Lake Park in Stevensville MI that raises funds for Alzheimer’s causes. The event is not timed and awards prizes to the three participants who catch the most deer flies using Tred Not Deerfly patches.

A looped 10K event at PCEI in Moscow with solo and relay options, a box of six donuts per entry, and a rule that the active runner eats one donut per loop. Registration closes July 9.

A 4 mile off-road trail race at Good News Brewery in Defiance, MO on July 11, 2026, with a post-race party, free bagels and beer, and a long sleeve tech shirt. Registration opens February 18 and closes May 1 with a $50 fee.

Trail runs at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park offering 5k and 10k distances and supporting FLIP's cancer prevention work. The 5k is relatively flat and family friendly while the 10k finishes with a stair climb noted by local runners.

Experience the lush forests and rolling hills of Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park at this trail event near Seattle. Choose between 5k, 10.8 mile, and 19.5 mile distances on varied terrain ranging from technical to groomed trails.

Experience the natural beauty of Findley State Park on a scenic trail course around the lake. Choose from various running and hiking distances to support local park conservation and enjoy handcrafted medals.

A 5.2 miles trail race in Valdez, Alaska on July 11, 2026, running along Mineral Creek and sections of Homestead trail with coastal views. Registration opens March 5, 2026; fee $30 and onsite registration is available.

Three race distances at Mason Creek Hike & Bike Trail in Katy, TX with mapped out-and-back courses, set laps per distance, a 3 hour 30 minute time limit, and online registration required via RunSignup.

Experience a trail run or walk at Saint Albans City Park in West Virginia. Finishers receive a medal and a high quality shirt while enjoying post race refreshments in a scenic park setting.

A community 5K run and walk at Camp Petosega in Alanson organized by Emmet County Parks and Recreation to benefit local parks and facilities. Pre race registration is $20, race day registration is $30 and T shirts are limited.