Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A weekly cross country series offering thirteen 5K races on Tuesday nights from April to July. The event takes place at Central Park in Parsippany and is open to all ages and abilities. Participants can register for the full series or pay f..

Part of a five-day Jackal series near Jackson, Tennessee on June 16, 2026, the Dragonfly Jackal offers marathon and half marathon distances on a flat, paved looped course.

Experience summer trail running on the dirt paths of Sandy Bottom Nature Park. This three race series offers increasing distances from 5k to 5 miles to support local scholarship funds.

Join this weekly trail running series at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center featuring distances from 5k to 10k. There are special categories for children and water stations available on site for all runners.

Four Tuesday evenings of cross country racing at Grove 4 in Donaldson Park offering 5k, 2.5k and youth distances. Series and single race entries have tiered fees with member and youth discounts plus post race food and awards.

A mid-June 5KM trail race at French Regional Park in Plymouth Minnesota on a runnable, rolling loop of soft, non-technical ski trails. The event uses chip timing, is limited to 425 runners, and includes post-race pizza and refreshments.

Native Jackal Trail Marathon in Henderson, TN uses a 2.65 mile loop run ten times with nearly 3,500 ft of climb. A 10.6 mile option is available and the race is the final day of a five day series.

Enjoy a free seven race summer series featuring a 5k trail course in Black Diamond. Run or walk bi weekly races to build community and compete for season end prizes in a supportive environment.

An eight week trail running series at Northshore Park in Flower Mound offering 5K and 10K singletrack races with chip timing, weekly podiums and final series awards. Registrations are final; transfers are allowed and weather credits apply.

Three days of timed mountain stages in Kodiak, AK that add each participant's times across all stages. Overall winners are named in Men's, Women's, and Teams categories and each stage awards a King of the Mountain.

A 100 mile loop through Lassen National Forest and the Thousand Lakes Wilderness with about 15,000 feet of climbing, on-site dry camping at Burney Mountain Guest Ranch, varied mountain terrain and a post race meal for runners.

A multi-day skyrunning festival at Palisades Tahoe featuring technical, high-alpine courses and multiple distances including an Ascent, 23k, 46k, the Iron Face via ferrata, and a kids race.

Experience an adventurous three day stage relay through North Central Washington for teams of eight. Navigate 225 miles of rugged trails and forest roads using old school maps in this unique low tech mountain running event.

Experience the starry skies of Northern Arizona at this night trail race through the Ponderosa pines of Flagstaff. Choose between three distances at 7,000 feet elevation and enjoy a well stocked aid station and custom finisher medal.

A remote multi-distance ultra in the Bighorn Mountains on June 19 to 20, 2026, featuring over 20,500 feet of ascent and long backcountry sections. All distances are currently full and wait lists are maintained.

Two ultramarathon options on a one mile loop in Galax, VA, with about 500 feet of climb per loop. Aid, hot food, basic camping, and finish buckles are provided; there is a 60 hour cutoff.

Explore the trails of Brown County State Park in this 8-hour trail run. Choose between a run-only option or a full weekend with camping. The event features looped courses and is free for members of the Indiana Trail Running Association.

Prepare for the Race Across the Sky at this three day training camp in Leadville. Run key sections of the 100 mile course alongside veteran guides and attend educational panels on nutrition and biomechanics.

Experience the Orange Curtain Endurance Run along the San Gabriel River in California. Featuring USATF certified courses from 10k to 100k, this event offers a fast and flat route perfect for personal milestones and Boston qualification.

Experience the beauty of New River Gorge National Park at this trail festival in West Virginia. Choose from distances ranging from a 5k to a 50k ultra while exploring forested trails and river views.