Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Hit the trails at Soaring Eagle Regional Park on May 16 for a scenic trail run with 5K, 10K, half marathon, brunch runs and a kids race. Forested loops, aid stations with snacks and electrolytes, and cupless event so bring a refillable bott..

Wood You Rather at Mt Tabor Park in Portland on May 16, 2026 invites runners to use a simple map to find as many checkpoints as possible in two hours. Solo and team entries welcome, with coffee, donuts and a finisher mug.

Don's Backyard BBQ 20K and 10K Trail Run Challenge at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder GA on May 16, 2026. Tackle rolling trail laps, enjoy a BBQ meal and beverage, and race with a limited field for a fun competitive day.

Run the Wild Rose Half Marathon or 5K on May 16, 2026 in Roseville, CA, finishing at Moksa Barrel House. Enjoy scenic paved bike and park paths, a finisher medal, choice of tech shirt or BOCO hat, and a Moksa drink ticket for 21 and over.

Tackle scenic high alpine trails around Rampart Reservoir on May 16 with distances from 15K up to an epic 55 mile test of endurance. Expect rugged singletrack, big elevation gains, aid stations, a 60K shuttle and finisher awards.

Join the 13th annual Trussville Trail Run on May 16, 2026 for an energizing 8K through scenic trails at Trussville Sports Complex. Run for a cause as proceeds benefit the Troy Ellis Foundation.

Run scenic but rugged trails around Possum Kingdom Lake at Possum's Revenge in Graford, TX. Choose from ultra to short distances and tackle rocky, sandy loops with big climbs for a true trail challenge.

Inaugural Badlands Race Series at Island Lake, Brighton MI on May 16 to 17 2026 offers Nightfall 50K, Overnight 100K and Daybreak 50K from a single start/finish hub. Field capped at 450; entries include a tech hoody and finishers get medals..

Run under the stars at Spider Mountain Bike Park in Burnet TX with endurance formats, shorter races and team relays. Nighttime course features climbs, chairlift access for youth, swag and awards decided by gun time.

Tackle a scenic 5 mile trail through Bluewater Canyon with a rewarding climb and three aid stations. Finish to a fruit and beverage buffet and custom socks while supporting the Cibola Trail Alliance.

Take on the rugged Sehgahunda Trail Marathon and relays at Letchworth State Park, then enjoy the Vale of Three Falls races the next day. Solo marathoners earn a handmade arrowhead medal and entries include a shirt and post race food.

Run scenic out and back courses along the C&O Canal towpath in Potomac on May 16, 2026, with 5k, 10k and half marathon distances. Enjoy chip timing, a tech shirt and finisher coin, support the EOD Warrior Foundation, or take part virtually.

Run a scenic, flat 5k along the Virginia Capital Trail by the James River at Rocketts Landing in Richmond. Choose in person or virtual entry, enjoy chip timing, a tech race shirt and finisher medal, with live results posted after the race.

Experience Trails To the Sky at Voorhees State Park with a UTMB Index 50k of five scenic laps or a spirited 10k, winding past the park observatory. Aid stations and custom finisher medals round out this classic trail race.

Hit the trails in downtown Black Mountain for the Cancer Active Trail Race 5K or run virtually from anywhere. Enjoy a scenic course, a race shirt for early registrants, and lively local support along the route.

Run the Free Spirit 50K in Leyden, Massachusetts and enjoy a scenic New England ultramarathon. The course follows dirt roads past historic farms, leafy woods and an 1870s covered bridge for a rewarding, challenging day.

Run rugged Brown County trails at Dances with Dirt Gnaw Bone on May 16, 2026, featuring steep ridges, technical singletrack and big elevation changes. Distances 5K to 50M plus relay, finisher medal, awards and post race barbecue.

Run a scenic 50k on sand from Fort Morgan to the Florida state line near Flora Bama, tracing Alabama coastline and crossing two enforced bridges. Registration is postponed while organizers resolve permits.

The Canterbury Shaker Village XC 5k will take place in Canterbury on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Conestoga Crusher is a rugged trail run at Kelly's Run with creek crossings, steep climbs and the scenic Pinnacle Overlook. Choose 10K, 5K or the free RunPA kids Little Crusher and enjoy chip timing while supporting Lancaster Conservancy.