Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Multiple trail distances from 5K to 50K on very hilly single track and dirt roads at Rancho Cañada del Oro. The course features scenic foothill views, two aid stations, enforced cutoffs, and finishers receive a medal.

A 7.4 mile trail run in Pelham, Alabama on July 4, 2026, that climbs Double Oak Mountain to the King's Chair overlook. The event includes trail terrain, event swag and a post-race gathering.

A July Fourth run in Springfield VT along the Black River offering 7.4K and 4K distances plus virtual options, benefiting Springfield High School Cross Country. Family rates, on-site packet pick-up, and post-run refreshments are provided.

A July 4, 2026 trail running event featuring a ten mile course with varied terrain and named obstacles, plus a shorter Wimpy fun run where all finishers receive a shirt and award.

A community July 4 event in Land O' Lakes with a multi-surface 5K and a youth 1K fun run; proceeds support Great Headwaters Trails and the local playground.

Choose a 5K or the 8K Hill Challenge on trails that cross Mossyrock Dam, with Riffe Lake views and a short cross-country section. Family pricing and youth rates are available; partial refunds permitted before June 13.

Two trail races at Elings Park in Santa Barbara on July 4, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 2K kids run that adults may enter; registration fees are $40 and $20 respectively.

An annual 5K and obstacle course hosted by EastLake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia on July 4, 2026, offering three event options. Proceeds support Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy.

A community 5K run and 1K walk on July 4, 2026 in Ishpeming, Michigan, meeting at Ishpeming High School and using the Iron Ore Heritage Trail. Registration runs May 1 to July 4 with fees of $20 for the 5K and $15 for the 1K.

An uphill foot race in Telluride that benefits the Good Neighbor Fund, following the Telluride Trail to San Sophia ridge. The event uses age and gender categories, awards medals by category, and lists specific bib pickup dates before the ra..

A one-lap mile around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell, VA on July 4, 2026, with dogs allowed on leash and a $25 registration fee. The maze perimeter is about 0.63 miles and an extra section may be added.

Mountain trail races at Brundage Mountain Resort near McCall, ID, offering a *10K* uphill and return route and a *5K* downhill from the summit. The event includes summit views, an aid station, live music, and an included lift ticket or ride..

A point-to-point event in Lostine, Oregon offering 10K, 5K and 1 mile options along the Lostine River, organized by the Rotary Club with proceeds supporting youth programs and scholarships.

A July 4 trail event at North Tahoe Regional Park finishing on Tahoe Vista Beach, offering 5K and 10K distances, a finish-area costume contest, post-race music and food, and age-group awards.

A free 5K fun run on July 4, 2026 organized by Great Falls TrailBlazers. The loop course goes through the woods, meets at the Great Falls Library, is open to all ages and is pet friendly.

Trail 5K and 10K at Herman Baker Park in Sherman, Texas on technical single track with rocky and rooty sections and bridges. The race is cupless and finishers receive a Firecracker Trek water bottle as their finisher medal.

A 5K trail run and a 1 mile fun walk at the MECCA Trails in Mercer on July 4, 2026, supporting northern Wisconsin veterans. The 5K has age-group awards and T-shirt orders are due June 18.

A trail ultrarun in Yacolt, WA on July 5, 2026 offering 50 mile, 50K and a Purgatory Trail Marathon. The route features an escorted transfer to Moulton Falls, technical Tarbell Trail loops, waterfalls and multiple aid stations.

The Red Wing Trail Challenge in Lagrangeville, NY on July 5, 2026 offers 60K, 30K and 15K trail races with substantial elevation gain. The event includes aid stations, an interactive course map, on course fuel and post race food and drinks.

A themed Forrest Gump fun run at Lakeside Loop in New Town Village, Owings Mills, offering a full 4.4-mile loop or a 1-mile out-and-back option. The event is free and participants are encouraged to wear the red hat, yellow top and red short..