Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A chip timed cross country style 5K at Long Branch Park in Killeen, part of the Centex Race Series, with age-group awards, packet pick-up the day before, and guaranteed items for early registrants.

A 12.5 mile point to point mountain trail race on Donner Summit near Soda Springs California. The course includes four summits, about 3,300 feet of elevation gain, shuttle transportation and a unique finisher item.

A trail event on July 25, 2026 at Wyandotte County Lake Park offering 50 kilometer, 20 mile and 10 mile races on a 10.4 mile hilly loop with staffed aid stations and a mandatory hydration requirement.

Aztlan XC Classic is a 5K event in Elysian Park, Los Angeles on July 25, 2026, with youth and adult race categories and differing registration options. Proceeds support the Aztlan Athletics Foundation's camps and scholarships.

A community cross-country meet at Westerville North High School on July 25, 2026 featuring three combined-gender two-mile races, team scoring for middle and high schoolers, $5 entry fees, and proceeds benefiting Westerville North programs.

Outlast Portland is a 6 hour trail challenge of six timed 5K laps run on the hour. Runners who complete four or five laps earn patches and those who finish all six earn a medal and a national leaderboard ranking.

Trail races on the Lost Turkey Trail near Blue Knob State Park in Pennsylvania offer a 50K point to point, a 13.1 mile loop and a 10K(ish) option on single track and double track terrain.

Operation JERSEY X on July 25, 2026 in Hardwick Township, New Jersey features repeated 3.5 mile loops with about 1,220 ft of gain per loop. The X Series offers two divisions, Heavy with escalating weight and Endurance.

The Snake 10 Mile Trail Race is an annual trail run at Clinton Lake in Lawrence, Kansas, winding through old growth forest and rugged trails, with a midway aid station and a post race watermelon feast.

A 3.8 mile, 2,200 ft hill climb to the Summit House at Whitefish Mountain Resort on July 25, 2026, with lift tickets down, race swag, prizes, and categories for adults, juniors, dogs, and a Birthday Club.

Run a historic four mile out and back trail in Valdez Alaska. This exclusive event is limited to forty participants and follows the original 1898 route used by gold seekers and the US Army.

Trail runs of 5K and 10K through pine forest and creek ridges in Whitehall, Michigan on July 25, 2026. The event includes a free kids run, award categories, a discounted pancake breakfast and festival activities.

A mountain trail event near Greenwater, WA offering 50M, 50K and 25K courses with big climbs, Palisades views of Mt. Rainier, technical single-track and multiple aid stations.

A set of 5K trail run and virtual options at Stowe Mountain Resort on July 25, 2026. Registration includes a food and beverage ticket and proceeds support the EpicPromise nonprofit.

An open 4.4 mile event along the Swan River in Bigfork, Montana, with start and finish at Lake Baked. Proceeds support a TFC campaign offering retreats and education in cold plunging and heat therapy for people with TBI and PTSD.

A third annual cross country event in Warwick, NY on July 25, 2026, featuring a mass-start 5k and a non-timed 400 m Kids Dash with finishers ribbons.

A fundraising running event at Red Orchard Park in Shelbyville supporting The Dream Factory. Timed 3 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour events plus a 6 hour team relay take place on a two mile cross country course.

Trail and road courses at Tomaha Trail in Hisega, South Dakota offering 30K, half marathon and 10K distances with published maps, shuttle service to starts, member discounts, and a shirt guarantee date before the race.

IOP Beach Run on July 25, 2026 in Isle of Palms, SC features 5K and 10K runs, a 5K walk, and youth fun runs on the beach behind the Windjammer, with timed results and age-group awards.

A July trail event at Locust Shade Park in Triangle, VA offering 5K and 10K distances plus multiple virtual options. The courses run on shaded, scenic trails and walkers are welcome.