Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A 2026 nighttime trail run at Coopers Rock State Forest offering a 50 km and a half marathon over rocky, scenic trails with significant elevation, multiple aid stations, and a 250-runner combined entry cap.

A **50K** trail race on April 25, 2026 near Bedford, Virginia, starting at Promise Land Youth Camp. The course mixes grassy roads and downhill single track with over 7,400 feet of total gain and aid at seven points.

A trail 5K at The Goatery at Kiawah River in Johns Island on April 25, 2026 with a kids category for ages 10 and under. The event is chip timed and eco friendly with finisher plants and local farm awards.

A women’s-only trail running event at Lake Mohegan in Fairfield offering a runnable 5K loop, 10K, and a 4 hour looped challenge; the race includes finisher medals, top-3 awards, post-race refreshments, and a cupless sustainability policy.

The Chippewa Trail Races are held on the scenic Ice Age Trail in New Auburn, Wisconsin. The event features four trail distances, from a 10K to a 50K, showcasing lakes, forests, and rolling terrain. All finishers receive a commemorative prin..

A rail-to-trail out-and-back event on the Frisco Highline Trail near Willard, MO offering 50-mile, 50K, marathon, half marathon, and 8K distances; USATF certified with a Boston-qualifying marathon and staffed aid stations along the course.

A 3.1 miles road race and ruck to Brasstown Bald with 1700 feet of climbing. The event includes a ruck division with weight requirements, awards for top finishers, and provides shirts and medals.

Trail running on the Flint Hills Trail near Osawatomie, Kansas, with 50K, 20 mile, 10 mile and a Fun Run on a flat crushed gravel out and back course and stocked aid stations about every 5 miles.

A multi-distance trail and ultra event at Flat Creek Crossing Ranch near Johnson City TX on April 25, 2026 offering 5K to 100K options, aid stations, looped course formats and specific gear requirements for longer distances.

Trail Weekend at Pinckney State Recreation Area on April 25, 2026 features looped trail runs on the Potawatomi and Crooked Lake Trails with distances from 5 miles to 50K. Entries include a finisher medal, finish food and beer, and a post-ra..

The Dirty Harry 5K & 12K offers trail races in Columbia's Harbison State Forest. Choose between a 5K or a 12K distance on this forest course. Early bird pricing is available for registration.

A community running event at scenic Jennings Park in Statesville. Choose from a 5K or a 1 Mile Fun Run, with separate age categories for youth and adults. Strollers are welcome, and there will be food trucks and activities.

A beach 5K and untimed 1 mile fun run in Myrtle Beach on April 25, 2026, with a course that passes under the Myrtle Beach State Park Pier. Finishers receive a custom medal and T-shirt.

A 31 mile trail event in Prescott's Granite Dells on April 25, 2026, covering about 30.6 miles and 3300 ft of elevation. The route includes two staffed aid stations and one water drop and demands careful navigation.

Trail races at Cherokee Bluff Park on April 25, 2026 organized by Revolution Running, offering 5K, 10K, or both for a 15K challenge with a mug for those who complete both.

A 50 km out and back on the Schuylkill River Trail from Saint Michael's Park in Mont Clare to Conshohocken, offered as solo, three and six person relay, and virtual options. The finish area near Phoenixville features live music and food tru..

A spring trail event at Brady's Run Park, the Tapped For Sap 25k+ follows an approx 16 mile loop with mixed single track and paved sections, about 2,300 feet of elevation, aid stations including maple syrup shots, and post race pancakes.

Kick off the running season on the trails of Russian Jack Park. This Anchorage Running Club event offers a free race for members or a small fee for non-members. Expect a classic spring run where lingering snow patches might be part of the a..

A 50K point to point run along the Weiser River Trail from Council to Midvale, with a 50K relay for teams of 2 to 5. The converted railroad bed features stony ballast, dirt and some paved crossings with minimal elevation change.

A looped trail event at Lake Perris offering 10k, 50k and 100k with significant elevation gain, aid stations, group camping, and double-challenge buckles.