Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience a mountain run to the summit of an 10,839 foot former volcano. This 8 mile out and back course features 2200 feet of climbing and panoramic views from a historic fire lookout tower.

A historic uphill trail race on Vail Mountain covering about 12.2K (7.6 miles) with 2,128 ft of gain, three aid stations, on-course hydration and a Mid-Vail finish with awards by age group.

The 46th Narbona Pass Classic features 5K and 10K races in the Chuska Mountains at about 9,000 feet, with forested courses, online only registration, capped fields, finisher medals and post race awards.

A pet-friendly 5k at Snowshoe Mountain on July 5, 2026, presented by The North Face. The route runs through the woods and the Village of Snowshoe and allows participants to run or walk with their dogs.

A weekly cross country series offering thirteen 5K races on Tuesday nights from April to July. The event takes place at Central Park in Parsippany and is open to all ages and abilities. Participants can register for the full series or pay f..

An evening trail run at Seward Park on July 7, 2026, with **4.2 mile** and 10k loop options through old growth forest, an aid station on course, post-race food and awards, and participation in a youth trail series.

A weekly trail running series at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston, VT offering 2.5 km, 5 km and 10 km distances, weekly bib procedures, weather and thunder policies, and options to transfer single night entries if a race is canc..

A 7 mile single loop through Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan Minnesota on July 8, 2026. The chip timed course has about 430 ft of elevation gain and a staffed water stop near 5 km.

Trail races start and finish at Alta Town Park with short and long courses through Lower Albion Basin and ridge single track. The long course is about 9.5 miles with 2300 feet of gain and requires a headlamp and a checkpoint at mile 4.

Trail Night NJ is a Wednesday evening 5K on the trails at South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, NJ. The event also includes a short kids race and a central start and finish area with a DJ, vendors, food trucks, and a participant tee.

A 314 mile unsupported footrace from a Mississippi River ferry crossing to the Rock on Sand Mountain in Northeast Georgia. Runners follow roads and backroads, must self-support, and check in by phone twice daily.

Experience high altitude trail running through historic Colorado ghost towns and mines at over 10000 feet. Choose from distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles in the scenic South Park Valley.

A 100 mile loop ultramarathon in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado, featuring about 66,394 feet of total elevation change and an average elevation of 11,186 feet. The course uses 4WD roads, dirt trails and cross country terrain.

A three day trail festival at Mt. Ashland on July 10 to 12, 2026 featuring distances from a 100 mile town to summit race to an 8K and a kids race, plus aid stations, live music, food trucks and post race refreshments for runners.

Notchview Ultra in Windsor, MA runs July 10-13, 2026 on a 1.9 mile loop with multiple time and distance options, an aid station, campsite planning, event SWAG, and proceeds benefiting local organizations.

Merrill's Mile is a timed loop event at Camp Frank D Merrill in Dahlonega, GA offering 48 hour, 24 hour, 12 hour and 6 hour races on a USATF certified one-mile paved loop with a staffed aid station and on-site camping.

Timed night and day trail races on a 3-mile loop at Henry Horton State Park, offering 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour formats, on-course aid, finisher medals, event prizes, and nonprofit proceeds for local school children.

A weekend trail running event in Brownsville Vermont offering a 5 mile Yellow Loop plus timed 6 hour and 24 hour ultra options on technical singletrack and ski run terrain. Camping at Ragnar Village and on-site amenities are available.

Experience flowing singletrack and deep ravines at Black Partridge Park in Metamora. This five mile trail race features creek crossings and steep climbs through mature Illinois forests.

A point to point 5K in East Hampton beginning at the Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue with shuttle transport from Center School. Bib pick-up is at Center School gym and awards are presented by age group after the race.