Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A USATF-NJ Open and Masters cross country championship over a 5K course at Natirar Park in Peapack Gladstone on August 30, 2026. Registration opens July 1, entry is $40 with a $5 USATF-NJ discount and no day of registration.

A volunteer-run 50 kilometer ultramarathon at Pink Lightning Camp during Burning Man on September 1, 2026. Entry is free with a Burning Man ticket and registration, and bib pickup takes place in the days before the race.

A weekly trail running race at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston, VT, offering 5 km and 2.5 km courses with adult and youth categories. Races run rain or shine and follow a clear thunder and bib policy.

Trail races through dense East Texas pine forest at Tyler State Park, offered in 5k, 10k, 25k and 50k. Single-track, technical trails are marked and supported by aid stations with refill service and basic first aid.

A low-key evening trail running series in Forest Park, organized as three Series of five races with courses around 4 to 7 miles. The Series includes standings, a post-Series awards gathering, and benefits the Forest Park Conservancy.

Multi-day ultrarunning event in Loveland, Colorado on a 2 mile loop with time-based options up to 100 hours and distance races to 200 miles. Continuous aid, chip timing, and camping are available.

A community 5K trail run and One Mile Move As You Please at Thorncroft Farm in Malvern on September 3, 2026. Cross-country courses include varied terrain and obstacles, with an after-party featuring live music and food trucks and proceeds s..

Experience a unique multi day ultramarathon where your age determines your clock. Run as many miles as possible on a one mile loop in a community focused event that celebrates veteran athletes and long distance legends.

A weekly fall trail running and walking series at Great Glen Trails in Gorham, NH from Sep 3 to Oct 8, 2026. Choose from 5 km, 3 km or 1.5 km courses; dogs on leash are welcome and one-time entries are available on-site.

A multi-distance trail weekend in early September 2026 through the Dark Divide Roadless Area in the Washington Cascades, featuring a 100 Mile race with a 48 hour cutoff, a new point to point 100K, a 50K and a 14 Mile Fun Run.

Test your limits at Decker Farm with a grueling combination of military boot camp and farm chores. Choose between 4, 12, or 36 hour endurance challenges featuring heavy carries and undisclosed physical tasks.

Multi-duration timed running events on a 1.5 mile loop around an organic vegetable farm near Lennox, SD, with one stocked aid station, camping for crews, and mixed dirt and pasture surfaces.

A festival-style trail event at Hemlock Creek Picnic Area with run, ruck and 1-mile options, a river crossing on the longer route, live German music and a biergarten. A portion of proceeds benefits Bike Cleveland.

Nighttime trail races on Cameron Park single track in Waco offering 5K, 10K, 15K, half marathon and a 10K ruck. The event features hilly dirt and rocky terrain, aid stations, race shirts and finisher medals.

A trail race around Boardman Lake in Traverse City offering 4 miles, 8 miles, and a two person relay on mostly paved trails with some boardwalks and bridges. All finishers receive a technical running cap and a bowl from Playa Bowls.

Run through the night on the flat Bonneville Salt Flats in this unique dusk to dawn event. Compete as an individual or in a relay team to cover as many miles as possible under the stars.

Multi-distance ultrarunning festival at Kearin Family Farm in Bonney Lake, WA. Looped 3.1 mile course with one central aid station, free camping, and events from 6-hour competitions up to a 200-mile race.

Trials of Miles presents a cross country meet at Morven Park on September 4, 2026, featuring high school competitions and an open 5K for friends and family. The event includes a spectator friendly course with food trucks and music.

A two-day running weekend at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, MI on September 4 and 5, 2026, featuring a Friday night Legacy Art Park 5K and 5K, 10K, and half marathon options. Registration runs June 15 to August 23 with fees by distance.

A two-day trail race weekend at Crystal Mountain with Friday evening Legacy Art Park 5K and Saturday Dogman 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Registration runs June 15 to August 23 with fees listed per distance.