Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Timed 8 hour, 6 hour, and 3 hour endurance runs on a paved 0.78 mile loop around Dottie West Park in McMinnville with aid station food, restroom access every lap, and proceeds donated to Relay For Life.

A free alumni 2 Mile cross country meet on 08/15/2026 in Chicago Heights that uses chip timing and decade-based teams and head-start groups, with team scoring based on finishing place.

A four-race trail series at Solitude Mountain Resort in Big Cottonwood Canyon, running from August 15 to October 3, 2026. Distances progress from a 5K to longer alpine courses with notable vertical gain and postrace amenities.

A 5K trail run and hike at Hilltop Ski Area in Anchorage with 1288 feet of elevation change and wooded trails. In person and virtual options are offered, and proceeds support the Christopher Walden House of Hope and Hilltop Ski Area.

A mountain trail event at Belleayre Resort offering a 25K (about 16 miles, 5000+ ft elevation change) and an 8K on ski slopes; both distances allow hikers. The event is organized as zero carbon and raises donations for The Catskill Center.

A multi distance running event at O. P. Schnabel Park in San Antonio with chip timing for longer races, aid stations, awards, finish line rally, volunteer options, and a virtual half marathon.

A community running event at Independence Oaks featuring a 5K and a Cat Walk 1K with pets welcome, on-site family activities, participant medals, and fundraising for two local animal rescues.

The Leadville Trail 10K Run on August 16, 2026 is a 10 km out and back that uses the opening and closing sections of the LT100 Run course at high elevation, with one aid station at the turnaround and age group and overall awards.

A looped trail race at Red Lodge Mountain on August 16, 2026, with 4.3 mile laps and 900 to 1200 ft gain per lap. Options include marathon, half, relay teams and a 4.31 mile Hot Lap.

A biannual mountain trail race around Mount Mansfield covering about 11 miles and 5,000 ft of gain, featuring steep technical climbs, exposed alpine terrain and a strict 70-runner field with time-based qualification and limited refunds.

Participate in a free USATF sanctioned 5K trail run or walk at The Heron Farm and Events Center. This family friendly event features live music and various awards for finishers and age group winners.

Trail runs in Iroquois Park with 7 mile and 4 mile options as part of the Kentucky Cryptid Series. Complete three of four races in-person or virtually to earn a Cryptid Series survivor medal and shirt.

Muddy Princess Kentucky is a 5K obstacle mud run in Glencoe on August 16, 2026, offering standard, VIP and volunteer options and supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation with on site photos, hydration points and a rinse off station.

A 7K trail race at The Woodstock Equestrian Center in Dickerson, Maryland, presented as part of MCRRC's low key series for members. Non member registration has a $20 fee and runs from February 10, 2026 to August 16, 2026.

A five kilometer trail run along the Lands End Trail in San Francisco with views of the Golden Gate and the Pacific Ocean. The event lists a $10 entry fee, awards finisher ribbons, and requests no headphones or pets on course.

Oakland Cubs Back2School 5K and Fun Run on August 16, 2026 in The Meadow, Oakland supports a youth running team and its scholarship programs, with a kids fun run and 5K trail race options.

A community 10K and a 1 mile kids race through the redwoods in Felton, California, starting and finishing at Roaring Camp Railroads. The event supports the local business and community association and includes a pancake breakfast.

A 5K around Lake Padden in Bellingham on August 16, 2026, organized by Happy Tails Happy Homes to support animals in need. The route circles the lake on grass and trails with wooded sections and a few short hills.

Epiphany Cross Country in New Bern on August 17, 2026 features separate girls and boys 5K races. Entry has no fee and registration was recorded on December 7, 2025.

Experience a hilly 5k trail race through the scenic Lory State Park. Enjoy a low key atmosphere followed by pizza, beverages, and a vintage race shirt in this midweek summer series event.