Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A community 3 mile fun run in Norwalk on September 5, 2026, organized by Cerritos High School alumni to support the school and honor local Dairy Valley history. In-person and virtual options are available.

A backyard ultra at Lake Rebecca on September 5, 2026, where runners repeat a *4.167-mile* loop each hour until they cannot finish within the hour. The course mixes gravel, asphalt, and trail and includes a sauna and swim option.

River Falls in Bend Oregon features 5K and 10K trail races along the Deschutes River and the Central Oregon Historic Canal Trail, beginning and ending at Riverbend Park with finisher medals and awards for top placers.

A community trail run in Exeland, Wisconsin supporting the Siri Strong Foundation’s scholarships and youth programs. Distances include a 5K and a 1 mile kids fun run, with age-group awards and top overall medals.

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 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour events on a flat paved 8.34 mile out and back on the Thermal Belt Rail Trail in Forest City NC. Aid stations and awards include a 50 mile belt buckle for 12 hour finishers.

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 ultramarathon near Stony Creek, NY on September 6, 2026, with a lollipop course from Harrisburg Lake through Wilcox Lake Wild Forest, multiple aid stations, and about 3,028 feet of elevation change.

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 on dirt in Chattanooga including a 1/2 marathon and a shorter race; courses include significant climbing and set cutoff times, with registration closing Sep 5, 2026.

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 in McCall with 30K, 14K and 5K courses around Payette Lake, on-course aid stations, bus transport to start areas, packet pickup the day before, and post-race refreshments and awards.

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.