Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

The Rochester 5K Trail Run/Walk is a 4th of July event on marked forest trails. It starts and finishes at River Brook Park, following a loop with single-track sections and rolling hills.

This July 4th event in Tofte features a muddy 10k trail run and walk, plus a free one mile race. The 10k route climbs toward the Superior Hiking Trail before descending on a snowmobile path. Participants must be 11 or older, and dogs are no..

A family oriented 5k fun run in Tamworth, New Hampshire centered on historic Ordination Rock during July 4 celebrations. Organized by the Tamworth Outing Club, registration includes a bandana, ice cream, and a bib raffle entry.

Mount Marathon is a historic Alaskan mountain race in Seward. The event involves a demanding 1.5 mile climb and descent. Registration is managed through a priority and lottery system across several divisions.

Experience the hills north of Laurel in the Chief Joseph Uphill Run. Choose between 2, 4, or 8 mile routes starting and ending at the scenic Thomson Park.

Test your discipline in a 6 hour trail challenge where you must complete a 5k every hour to stay in the race. Pacing and grit are key to finishing all six laps at Mt. Pisgah.

A 5K around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids on July 4, 2026, with medals for top three overall and top three in each age category; registration opens February 1, 2026 and the fee is $35.

A community run offering two distances on July 4, 2026 in Engadine, Michigan, the Black Bear Run follows trail and road sections through the Hiawatha Sportsman's Club. Awards are given by age division and participants receive dry fit t-shir..

A community July 4 event in Newhall Park featuring a flat, paved 5K along the parade route, a Kid K, and a Masters Mile Walk, with shirts, medals, an expo, and awards benefiting local high school cross-country programs.

Multiple trail distances from 5K to 50K on very hilly single track and dirt roads at Rancho Cañada del Oro. The course features scenic foothill views, two aid stations, enforced cutoffs, and finishers receive a medal.

A 7.4 mile trail run in Pelham, Alabama that reaches the King's Chair overlook on Double Oak Mountain; this is the third edition and includes race swag and a post-race party, with registration opening March 27, 2026.

A run and walk along the Black River in Springfield, VT, offering 7.4K and 4K options to benefit Springfield High School Cross Country. In-person and virtual entries, packet pick-up, refreshments, prizes, and family registration pricing are..

A July 4, 2026 trail running event featuring a ten mile course with varied terrain and named obstacles, plus a shorter Wimpy fun run where all finishers receive a shirt and award.

A community July 4 event in Land O' Lakes with a multi-surface 5K and a youth 1K fun run; proceeds support Great Headwaters Trails and the local playground.

A scenic community run or walk near Mossyrock Park offering a 5K and an 8K Hill Challenge that crosses Mossyrock Dam and provides views of Riffe Lake. Family pricing and age-based fees apply; partial refunds available until June 13.

Two trail races at Elings Park in Santa Barbara on July 4, 2026 featuring a 5K and a 2K kids run that adults may enter; registration fees are $40 and $20 respectively.

BeastLake on July 4 in Moneta, VA offers a timed 3.1 mile obstacle race with awards, a 5K run walk, and a family 1.5 mile obstacle course with optional water features and on site food trucks.

A community Independence Day event in Ishpeming with a 5K fun run and a 1K walk on the Al Quaal trail network, each with its own registration window and entry fee.

An annual uphill foot race from the Telluride gondola base to San Sophia ridge that raises funds for the Good Neighbor Fund. The 0.8 mile course gains 1,810 feet and includes age and gender categories with awards and a podium breakfast.

A one-lap mile around the Historic Crab Orchard Museum corn maze in Tazewell, VA on July 4, 2026, with dogs allowed on leash and a $25 registration fee. The maze perimeter is about 0.63 miles and an extra section may be added.