Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Hit the trails at Lake Bistineau State Park on January 17, 2026 with 3 mile and 9 mile options on scenic cut trails. Age group awards and a handy duffle bag for finishers make this a great winter trail run.

Run 17 or 34 miles on rugged Capitol State Forest trails in a low support Fat Ass format. Expect winter conditions, be self supported, and enjoy soup while supporting local forest and search and rescue.

Join the Matcha BullCity 5k in Durham on Jan 17, 2026 for a friendly loop along the Duke Washington Trail hosted by Matcha Girls Run Club. All paces welcome to run, jog, or walk, then unwind with tea and bites at Gossip Tea Lounge.

Big Bend Ultra invites trail runners to tackle scenic remote terrain around Big Bend National and State Parks near Terlingua, Texas. Choose distances from 10k to 100K and enjoy sweeping views and unforgettable stargazing.

Run through redwood forests at Huddart Park with distances from a short 8K to a challenging 50K, plus a free kids dash. Expect scenic single track routes, friendly aid stations and a welcoming trail community.

Run a scenic 5K or 10K through Pierce College and nearby parks in Puyallup on January 18, 2026, then celebrate with freshly brewed coffee and handcrafted chocolate. Early registration pricing ends December 31, 2025.

Tackle scenic single track at Huddart Park in Woodside on Jan 18 for the Crystal Springs Trail Run, with distances from 8K to 50K plus a kids dash. Expect big climbs, stocked aid stations, cupless rules, and custom finisher medals.

Join Cock a Doodle Shoe on January 18, 2026 at New Land Trust in Saranac NY for a snowy day of fun and fundraising on snowshoes. Tackle a 5K or 10K or bring kids to the free 1/2 mile scramble.

Experience the Noquemanon Ski Marathon in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on January 23 and 24 2026, with distances from 12K to a full 50K plus snowshoe, junior, adaptive and virtual options. Enjoy well marked trails, on course aid and a welcomi..

Run scenic looped courses on dirt trails at La Cuesta Ranch near San Luis Obispo, with 10 km, 20 km and 30 km options starting at the ranch barn. Expect well stocked aid stations, camping and a custom tee plus a finisher award.

Run scenic single track trails along Folsom Lake with distances for every runner from a 1 mile kids run to a 50K. Commemorative medals for finishers, aid stations, and on site EMT support create a welcoming day on the trails.

Test your limits on rugged trails at Franklin Mountains State Park, climbing from desert floor to North Franklin Peak with up to 3,000 feet of gain. Distances from 5k to 55k plus a 12 hour format offer something for every trail runner.

Join the USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on Jan 24 and 25 2026. Collegiate teams and middle and high school racers take on classic distances and a skate sprint over two action packed days.

Brave winter trails at the Phillips Flurry snowshoe run and walk on January 24 in Phillips WI, with 5K and 10K options for in person or virtual participants. Enjoy swag including wool socks, team awards, door prize drawings, and complimenta..

Take on the Monroe Cross Trail Ultra in DeBary, Florida offering 50 mile, 50K and 17K options along scenic paved multi use trails. The point to point 50 mile starts in Edgewater and finishes at Central 28 Beer Company with aid stations, med..

Run the Florida Roots Trail Series at Fort Clinch Park on January 24 on scenic single track trails that circle the historic fort. Choose 10K, 30K or 50K and enjoy real food, finisher shirts and post race meals and beer.

Run the Rose invites trail runners to tackle scenic single track through towering East Texas pines and rolling hills at Tyler State Park. Multiple loop distances from 7K to 108K offer options for every level with aid stations and finisher s..

Hit the trails at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills for the Pemberton Trail races, featuring scenic desert terrain and rolling hills. Choose 25K or 50K and race for overall and masters awards with course support on hand.

Join the 26th annual Scrub Jay Races at Oscar Scherer State Park in Osprey, FL on January 24, 2026, with a fast 5K, a technical 10K trail scramble, and virtual options. Enjoy scenic courses, finisher medals, and proceeds supporting Friends..

Tackle rugged Ozarks single track and double track around Lake Norfork at David's Trail Endurance Run, with big climbs across 7K, 25K and 50K courses. Proceeds support trail expansion and the event goes on rain or shine.