Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Thunder Run is a 5K trail race with more than 20 obstacles through woods and hills in Candia, New Hampshire on September 12, 2026. Organized by Raymond Area Rotary, 100% of proceeds support local and selected international projects.

A 5K trail race at Camp Robinson in North Little Rock that runs across grass, road and improved surface trails around the lake. The race is part of Minuteman Day and is open to all runners.

A community 5K in Mount Pleasant on September 12, 2026 that supports the Isabella County First Responders Fund; the scenic 3.1 mile route includes family activities, a commemorative shirt and medal, and post race refreshments.

Timed trail laps on a 4.37 mile loop at a working cattle farm near Thomaston, Georgia. Options include a one hour 4 mile race, plus four hour and eight hour formats with water refills and on-course food for longer races.

An inaugural community race on the Ecusta Trail in Hendersonville, North Carolina on September 12, 2026. Features a timed 5K, a one mile fun run, finisher medals, awards and a virtual participation option.

A 4 hour event on a 1 mile loop at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve near Andalusia, Illinois. Rocky singletrack, roots, downed trees and steep sections offer repeated climbs, and registrations include a shirt plus post race food.

An autumn 5K mud run fundraiser at Gretna Glen featuring 20 plus obstacles, competitive chip timing and non competitive waves, plus a separate 1.3 mile kids run for ages 5 to 11. Proceeds support Gretna Glen Camp and its ministry.

Three community races at Springfield Dam include a free kids 0.5 mile, a 1 mile Maniac Mile for ages 10 and up, and a scenic 3.1 mile course with trails, food vendors, and family activities.

A two mile Fun Run on the CPHS cross country course in Cedar Park, held alongside competitive high school and middle school cross country races; vendors will have merchandise and proceeds support course and trail maintenance.

Trail run at Central Florida Bible Camp in Eustis with a roughly 3.2 mile two loop option and a single loop fun option. Runners can attempt up to ten field day stations such as inflatable obstacles, axe throwing, and cornhole.

A six hour loop challenge on shaded single track trails in North Park near Deer Browse 2 Pavilion in Allison Park PA. Runners complete as many 2 mile loops as they wish, earn a raffle ticket per loop, and top male and female loopers receive..

A community fundraiser in Geneva with a 2.5 mile Lightning Run, a 1 mile kids race, and a Mini Road Race Rally for ages 3 to 8. Proceeds support the Geneva Park District Scholarship Fund.

A trail running event in Pittsfield State Forest offering 50K, 25K, 15K and 5 mile options on a double-loop course with significant climbing; proceeds support Free to Run, Inc.

A point to point **50K** on the Pacific Crest Trail from the South Washington Cascades into the Columbia River Gorge, including a detour to the Three Corner Rock viewpoint. Proceeds benefit the Stevenson High School Cross Country Team and t..

Weekend multi discipline event in Minden, Louisiana featuring gravel races, road fondos, MTB races, and paved 5k and 10k runs. Courses are chip timed and well marked, with onsite camping, a post race meal, and event shirts.

Gut Check in Gunnison is a multi-course ruck and running event on dirt and mountain terrain with individual and 5-person team options in light and 35 pound heavy classes. Proceeds support firefighter and veterans charities.

An evening 5K run and walk at Cellar 1914 Winery on September 12, 2026 that follows a private course through cornfields, a corn maze and cherry orchards. Entry includes a commemorative glass, a cider or wine pour for 21 and over, chip timin..

Trail races and a kids run at Eagle Creek Campground near Yellowstone on 12 September 2026. Courses include a 9k with 1000 feet of climb, a 5k with 400 feet of climb, and an untimed 5k walk.

A 10 mile out and back run on jeep roads up Jelm Mountain with over 2000 feet of elevation gain. Entry includes a Jelm hoodie and proceeds support Albany County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue.

A trail race in Groton Forest hosted by Onion River Outdoors on September 12, 2026 offering 25K and 12K distances. Volunteers receive a free lunch, a neon orange ORO hat, and free entry to select future events.