Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

The Bear is a point to point 100 mile race from Logan, Utah to Bear Lake on 25 September 2026. It is a Hardrock and Western States qualifier that requires prior race qualification and eight hours of service.

A multi-race mountain series with the Bear 100 as the mandatory final event, scheduled in Logan, UT on September 25, 2026. Runners must complete four eligible 100-mile races from an expanded list under the Rocky Mountain Slam V2.0 format.

A point to point ultra on Nebraska’s Cowboy Trail offering 200 mile and 100 mile options over mostly crushed gravel, with staffed aid stations, sleep stations, distance specific finisher buckles, and cash prizes for top finishers.

Experience the wild spaces of Northern Colorado with a weekend of trail races ranging from a half marathon to a 50 mile ultra through scenic forests and scout camp trails. Stay on site with available camping and community meals.

Echo 136 in Whitewater, WI is a 136 mile trail ultramarathon on the Ice Age State Trail with a 55 hour cutoff and 10 aid stations. The event lists about 11,148 ft of ascent and is organized by TYDISH Running.

A three day mountain trail weekend at Arizona Snowbowl with distances from a short hill climb to 50 miles, plus fixed time events and high elevation courses.

A two day festival in Shawnee Ohio on the Buckeye Trail featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, a 10 Mile Hike and a backpacking workshop. Events occur on mostly single track trail within the Wayne National Forest.

An evening ruck march on September 25, 2026 at Gov. Dick with 8 mile, 4 mile, and junior divisions; weighted rucks are required for prize eligibility and proceeds support The Knights of the Kingdom and Gov. Dick.

A fall weekend of trail running and camping in the Sawtooth Backcountry, staged from Foggy Dew Campground with guided routes, glamp style camp amenities, shuttles, and three distance options.

A four-day trail running retreat September 25–28, 2026 in and around Zion National Park and St. George, Utah, with guided group runs, shared transportation, hotel lodging, park fees, and lunches. Space is limited to 22 participants.

A 5K trail run on Bella Rose Vineyard grounds in Lewiston with a stemless wine glass and complimentary wine tasting for participants 21 or older. The event features professional timing, finish line photos, music, and on site parking.

Trail races at Freedom Hills in Sugarcreek on September 25 feature a 10K, 5K and Kid's Run with on-site food and a packet pickup the day before. A separate Ultimate Challenger endurance event follows the next day.

An urban event in downtown Los Angeles with a stair climb up 1,664 steps at the U.S. Bank Tower, an Urban Hike past major cultural sites, a Heroes Challenge category, and a virtual participation option.

The Trail Quest Challenge will take place in Naubinway from Friday 25 September 2026 to Sunday 27 September 2026.

An on campus 16th annual event in Oxford Michigan offering a 5K run or walk, a 5K obstacle course, and a virtual 5K. The course uses trails, meadows and hills and includes chip timing, prizes, and finisher medals.

This self supported 36 hour event in Casper features a 3 mile out and back loop on the Platte River Trail. Participation is free and limited to 10 runners who manage their own supplies and tracking.

A weekend of obstacle races on 1,200 acres at Badlands Off Road in Attica, Indiana, on September 26 and 27, 2026. Distances include Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km and a kids race with obstacles.

An obstacle course race weekend at Lake Elsinore Raceway with Sprint, Super, kids races, Hurricane Heat events, and spectator access on Sep 26-27, 2026.

A one-day mountain challenge covering five peaks around Westmore, Vermont, with a full route of 26 miles and about 6,142 feet of gain. The course has staffed water and aid stations, limited entry to protect trails, and on-campus camping.

A multi distance trail and ultramarathon festival on the Rainbow Trail near Westcliffe, Colorado on September 26 and 27, 2026, featuring races from 8 miles to 100 miles, aid stations, drop bags, camping, and defined crew and volunteer rules..