Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Explore the best trail runs in the United States for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 3980 exciting races across the country. Find your next race in the United States below and join the running community at these great events!

A 5K trail loop at Rolling Meadows Farm on September 5, 2026, running along the Sangamon River and near the historic Sangamo Town site. Registration runs from June 9 to August 23, with a $35 fee.

The Long Watch is a 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour loop endurance event at Donald Farm in Woodland, Washington, held alongside the Warrior Expo, with a manned aid station and a one mile loop past competition and vendor areas.

Timed 3, 6, and 12 hour races on the flat Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City, NC with aid stations, on site medical support, relay options, and a 50 mile buckle for those finishing 50 miles within 12 hours.

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn State Recreation Area on September 6, 2026. Options include a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 6.2 mile 10K, each with notable elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

Experience the natural scenery of Mount Diablo State Park through a variety of trail races. Runners can select distances ranging from 4 miles to a 50K with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area.

A 50K trail race in the Wilcox Lake Wild Forest near Stony Creek NY, featuring a lollipop route, about 3028 feet of elevation gain, on-course aid and water filtering. Entry requires prior experience, waitlist review and a 10.5 hour limit.

Experience a high altitude trail run starting at 10,000 feet on Rabbit Ears Pass. Runners navigate a mix of forest roads and single track trails with 1,200 feet of elevation change through scenic Colorado terrain.

Trail races in Chattanooga on September 6 2026 include a half marathon and shorter dirt courses with substantial climbing. Cutoff times and pace requirements are specified and post race snacks and beverages are provided.

A 5K terrain run with road and trail sections in Leavenworth, Kansas on September 6, 2026. A virtual 3.1 mile option is available and the registration fee is $35.

Experience a fast downhill race through the scenic Little Belt Mountains to historic Harlowton. This charity event features a smooth gravel course with multiple distances and a finish line celebration at a local brewery.

Celebrate Labor Day at William Heritage Winery with a scenic 5K trail run or a 1 Mile walk. Enjoy live music and vineyard views while participating in chip timed races for all ages in Mullica Hill.

Experience a scenic run through the woods and around the Howard Eaton Reservoir on a mix of gravel roads and single track trails. Choose between 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances to support local youth programs.

Community races at Thousand Hills Ranch include a 5K, 10K and Kids Mile on mixed dirt and paved ranch roads. The event benefits Central Coast Athletics Foundation and 17 Strong and features a victory lap, festival, awards, and team competit..

A 10 mile trail race in Fredericksburg, VA that follows the Rappahannock River, moves through rolling hills, and finishes with a sustained climb. Top three men and top three women receive gift certificates.

A multi-distance running event around Payette Lake in McCall, Idaho on September 6, 2026. Distances include 30K, 14K and 5K with bus transfers to offsite starts and post race refreshments in Brown Park.

A half marathon and a 10K at Lums Pond State Park on 09/06/2026 using Little Jersey and Swamp Forest trails. Routes include single track and wider trails and have a relatively flat elevation profile.

A 6.45 miles trail race in Annadel State Park organized by the Empire Runners Club, held in early September with staggered age and gender starts, limited to 100 runners and awards for the top 13 finishers.

A five race Sunday series in MidCities, Texas featuring six hour loop races on roughly one mile courses with both hilly and mostly flat rounds. Series registration includes a shirt and a discount code while individual races are also availab..

A four-race cross country series in Spokane from Sept 6 to Oct 24, 2026, featuring 5K and 12K off-road races at Audubon Park, Qualchan Bluff, 7-Mile Airpark, and Mead HS. Team scoring and a $5 per-race discount for registering for all four..

Trail races at Frozen Head State Park near Wartburg TN offer a Half Marathon and a 50K on repeated ridge loops with substantial elevation gain, limited aid, and a capped field size.

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