Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience a technical mountain race in Palmer featuring a 5000 foot vertical gain over 8 miles. Navigate steep ridges and alpine tundra from Government Peak to the historic Independence Mine in this point to point Alaskan challenge.

A 10 km trail race at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park through prairies, fields and riparian forest. ORRRC members run free while non-members pay a modest fee; check-in with a timing chip is required and service dogs only are permitted.

Night Claw is a night trail event in Glen Rose offering 4M, 10K, 10K ruck and timed 4/6/8 hour races on dirt and rocky single-track. An optional Claw Challenge adds a tear-tag chase where finish tags determine beat or clawed status.

A community running event in Vian, Oklahoma on August 15, 2026 offering a 5K trail run, a 1K paved fun run/walk, and a virtual 5K available through August 22.

Hill of a Race 2026 in Bloomington, IL combines a lap based Endurance Challenge with multiple 3 mile obstacle course waves, including competitive men, women, masters and several recreational waves.

A 50K ultramarathon in Marin County on August 15, 2026, running iconic Coastal, Miwok, Matt Davis and Dipsea trails with about 6,600 feet of elevation gain. Part of the USATF PA Grand Prix and offering a $10,000 podium purse.

Test your endurance at Ferncliff Camp with a multi loop trail race near Little Rock. Enjoy a post race cookout and pool access after navigating inclines and water crossings across various distances.

A 5K and a 1 mile run and walk on the Pennsy Trail in Greenfield, IN, held at Sister Cities Park next to the police department. The course is an out and back along the trail and race and volunteer registrations have set dates and fees.

A two-person relay on the Ozark Trail that combines running, mountain biking and paddling through the Mark Twain National Forest, offered in roughly 33 mile and 55 mile formats with on-course aid and supplied paddles.

Test your endurance at Prairie du Chien's first backyard ultra featuring a 4.167 mile trail loop through La Riviere Park. Run one lap every hour until only one participant remains or enjoy a relaxed one lap fun run.

A 25K trail race in Cook Forest State Park on Aug 15, 2026, featuring a loop of thirteen interconnected trails, riverfront sections, and the Cook Forest Fire Tower. Three aid stations are staffed by local high school teams.

A trail event in Holland MI offering half marathon, 10K and ruck options on the Riley Trails. Proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project and aid stations are placed about every four miles.

A Trail 10K at Lexington Lake in DeSoto, KS organized by Team Sparkle. Part of a six-race Tour de Trail series with a portion of each entry donated to Urban Trail Co and cupless water aid on course.

Experience the trails of Cheyenne Mountain State Park with three race distances ranging from a 5K walk to a 25K mountain challenge. This chip timed fundraiser supports park conservation through scenic and high elevation courses.

Trail running and mountain bike races at the Underdown Trail near Merrill, WI feature multiple distances on well marked singletrack with boardwalks, aid stations, awards, and a postrace gathering with music.

A community 5K and a kids 1 mile fun run at Token Springs Elementary on 08/15/2026. The mostly bike-path out and back course runs through The Reserve neighborhood and supports the Sun Prairie West Cross Country Team.

A 5K off-road trail run, walk, and hike at White Barn Farm through Wrentham conservation land. The event is part of the Farm to Trail 5K Series and raises funds to support local agriculture and food pantry donations.

A rugged 5K trail race at Oak Mountain State Park that climbs and descends about 1,100 feet over 3.1 miles on single-track trails including Blue Trail, Outback Highway, and Eagles Nest. Awards include King and Queen, and runners under 40 mi..

Time-based mountain bike and trail run event at Big Hill Trails supporting Northern Hills Area CASA, with 3- and 6-hour race options, team entries, aid stations, participant lunch, camping allowed, and cash prizes for breaking 6-hour bike r..

A 5K chip-timed run and a 3K scavenger-hunt walk through St. Patrick's County Park featuring trail terrain, participant medallions, post-event refreshments, awards by age group, and proceeds that support park programs.