Explore the best trail runs in the United States for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 4085 exciting races across the country. Find your next race in the United States below and join the running community at these great events!
A women-only 5K obstacle mud run in Raleigh on August 23, 2026, held at North Carolina Motorsports Park with 18+ obstacles; open to women aged 7 and up who can run, jog, or walk the course.
A 5K cross country race at Waters Farm in Sutton Massachusetts that opens the USATF New England XC Grand Prix series. Separate men's and women's open races, on site registration, and a post race awards ceremony.
Experience an engaging 8 mile trail race through the winding singletrack of Fredericksburg. Navigate rolling hills and punchy climbs in this focused event supported by the local running community.
On August 23, 2026 Raptor Ridge stages a 6.5 mile trail race at Westmoreland Sanctuary in Mount Kisco, New York. The event starts and finishes at the Fox Lane High School campus, dogs are not allowed and non perishable food donations are co..
A half marathon and a 5K on the Lehigh Valley Trail in Mendon on August 23, 2026. The half is USATF certified and part of the Rochester Runner of the Year series, with prizes and commemorative items for early registrants.
A two loop 4.15 mile cross country race on the fire roads of the UC Santa Cruz campus, starting and finishing at the meadow above the fire station and included in the Pacific Association USATF Grand Prix series.
Two 5K cross country races at The Course in Spokane Valley on August 23, 2026, organized by the Bloomsday Road Runners Club. Entry fees, youth pricing, awards for top finishers, and a 1970s style headband for all finishers.
A self-timed 5 miles on a packed rail trail in Darlington, Maryland, held as part of the Harford County Running Club Dog Days of Summer Series. The course is stroller friendly with parking at Fisherman's Log and free registration.
The Old Ephraim 200 will take place in Logan on Monday 24 August 2026. You can run 215 miles.
A fast, flat 12 km trail race on the Valley Trail at Lory State Park, part of a four-race August series. Entrants are capped and timed with chips; vintage race shirts and post-race food and beverages are provided.
A 5k trail run at Red Rock Wilderness near Silverado, CA featuring fire roads and single track, 300 feet of climbing, one aid station, a cupless policy, and no pets allowed.
A free, untimed 3 mile trail run for the local trail community with a grab bag of vintage ERS swag, limited to 250 participants and held near the San Dieguito Lagoon on August 26, 2026.