Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

The Storybook Half Marathon is a friendly trail running event held in Roosevelt Forest, Stratford, Connecticut. The course consists of 1.64-mile loops repeated eight times, totaling the half marathon distance of 13.1 miles. Runners, joggers, hikers, and walkers are all welcome, with a four-hour time..

The Elk Run Half Marathon & 10k is a running event held in Orem, Utah. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 10k distance. The race offers a scenic course, likely featuring trails given the region's terrain, providing runners with a challenging yet enjoyable experience.The event fost..

The Oak Flats Picnic Trails Fatass is a free trail running event held in Tijeras, New Mexico, within the scenic Cibola National Forest. Open to all abilities and even dogs, participants can choose distances from 5k up to 30k by completing laps on looped courses of approximately 3.2 miles (short) or..

The Ned Ned Half Marathon is a long-standing trail running event held in Nederland, Colorado, a picturesque mountain town. Celebrating over 43 years, the race offers a challenging half marathon covering 13.3 miles with 1,408 feet of elevation gain, featuring dirt roads and single-track trails that s..

The Pine to Palm 100 is a challenging ultramarathon held in Southern Oregon, covering a remote and rugged point-to-point course through the Siskiyou Mountains. Starting in Williams and ending in Ashland, the race features a mix of single-track trails, dirt roads, and less than five miles of pavement..

The Vineyard Vista 10k and 5k is a scenic running event held at Muse Vineyards in Woodstock, VA. Participants can enjoy a course that combines cross-country around vineyards, paved road sections, and trail segments through Seven Bends State Park. The event benefits Friends of Seven Bends State Park..

The Pocatello Fall Ultra is an exciting running event held in Pocatello, Idaho, featuring multiple race distances including 100K, 60K, and a 15-20 mile option. Participants can expect challenging courses with significant elevation gains, primarily on scenic single-track trails. The event offers chip..

The VHTRC Women's Half Marathon will take place in Fairfax Station on Saturday 13 September 2025. You can run between 7 and 13 miles.

The Rock 'N The Knob Trail Challenge is Pennsylvania's highest trail race, taking place in Claysburg. Scheduled for September 13, 2025, the event features three challenging courses: an Ultramarathon (50K), a Medium Distance Course (20K to 25K), and a Short Course (approximately 10K). Each course off..

The Tucard will take place in Orono on Saturday 13 September 2025.

Nooksack Ridgelines is a multi-day trail running event held in the North Cascades, Washington, featuring stunning high-country scenery shaped by volcanic and glacial forces. Over four days, runners tackle daily distances ranging from 7 to 34 miles across three main ridgelines: Excelsior Ridge, Ptarm..

The Chewacla Cha Cha is a trail running event held at Chewacla State Park in Auburn, Alabama. It features scenic single-track trail loops with two distance options: a 5K and a 10K. The race is part of the Southern Singletrack Trail Series and benefits the Valley Rescue Mission.Participants enjoy a c..

The Rock the Run! 5K at Pompeys Pillar is an exciting running event scheduled for September 14, 2025. This 5K race is designed for participants of all skill levels, offering a scenic route through the beautiful landscapes of Pompey's Pillar. Runners can enjoy a blend of challenge and fun, with the e..

Timely Nonsense is a unique running event taking place in Chicago, IL, featuring both 6-hour and 12-hour timed races. Participants can choose to run individually or as part of a relay team of two or four. The race is set in a scenic 58-acre park, where runners will navigate a 0.75-mile paved loop.Ea..

The Kismet Cliff Run, held annually in September in North Conway, New Hampshire, offers two challenging trail races set in the scenic White Mountains. Participants can choose the Little Beast 5 Miler, featuring technical single-track trails with steep ascents and descents around Echo Lake State Park..

The Run the Vineyards - White Horse 10K/5K is an annual running event taking place at White Horse Winery in Hammonton, NJ. Scheduled for September 14, 2025, the event features a scenic 10K and 5K race, along with a 1-mile walk. Participants can enjoy a flat course through vineyards and country roads..

The ROCovery Fitness Annual Run/Walk & X-Challenge is a celebration of fitness and recovery, taking place in Henrietta, NY. This event features multiple options, including a ROAD Course 5k, TRAIL Course 5k, a combined TRAIL Course 5k & X-Challenge, a VIRTUAL 5k, and a Twice The Fun 10k (Trail & Road..

The Dam Half is a challenging half marathon trail race held in the scenic forests of central Pennsylvania. Designed for both experienced runners and adventurous hikers, the course spans 13 miles and features a mix of single and double track trails, fire roads, and various natural obstacles such as r..

The Pony Express Trail Run is a scenic trail race held at Rampart Reservoir, offering two distances: 8.5 miles and 16 miles. Participants enjoy running along well-marked single-track trails, crossing creeks, and observing wildlife amid Colorado's autumn landscape. The race emphasizes community and p..

The Wine Run at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery is a scenic running event scheduled for September 14, 2025, in Westport, MA. Participants can enjoy a beautiful trail run through the vineyard, covering approximately 3 miles amidst picturesque farms and vines. After the race, attendees can indulge i..