Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Event Information The High Bridge Challenge involves completing a combination of distances from two separate running events: the Freight Train in May and the Night Train in June. Both events take place on the High Bridge Trail in High Bridg..

Explore Idaho's remote backcountry on these point-to-point and loop courses starting in Challis. Runners choose between 108K, 55K, and 32K distances, finishing with a celebratory run down Main Street. The event is crew-friendly, with aid st..

Cancer Challenge Bella Vista on June 20, 2026 offers 5K, 10K and a 1 mile walk on the Lake Bella Vista Trail Course. Registration includes a shirt, swag bag, snacks, a medal and age group awards.

A multi-distance single-track event at Ward Mountain Forest Service Campgrounds on June 20, 2026, offering 2+, 5.5+, 8.5+, 13.3-mile and full marathon courses with marked trails, aid stations, timing chips, and awards.

Explore the golden summer trails of Fort Ord National Monument. This trail run offers four distances across rolling hills and diverse terrain. It's a cupless event with aid stations stocked with fuel and drink.

The Longest Light 101 is a 101-mile endurance run in Spokane, Washington. Runners complete 64 laps on a 1.58-mile course within a 32-hour limit. Participants receive a t-shirt and can earn a finisher's buckle.

A community trail event in Steubenville, OH featuring a 5k trail run and walk, a Tot Trot for ages 3 to 6, and a race shirt option. The course follows the Purple and Red trails at Historic Beatty Park with wooded paths and creek crossings.

Celebrate the longest day of the year with a trail run in Hebron, Connecticut. This event on June 20, 2026, features three distance options on the trails. Choose from a 3 mile, 5 mile, or 8 mile course.

Celebrate the legacy of Title IX in Yorba Linda. Run or walk a moderate 5K on the El Cajon Trail with the family, strollers, and dogs. After the race, visit the vendor fair and explore awards for various age groups.

The Vertical Mile Challenge features a tough 16-mile or 8-mile course at Rocky Face Mountain. Runners complete multiple laps on a steep loop with a famous "Stairway to Heaven" climb. Awards celebrate overall and local county finishers.

Event Overview The Catoctin 50k Trail Run takes place in June. It offers two distances: a 50k (approximately 32 miles) and a 25k called the "Half Cat." The event is held in Cunningham Falls State Park and Gambrill State Park near..

The Wild Thangs Trail Series features four summer trail runs in the Huntsville mountains. Each event offers two distances, with scenic bluff views and creek crossings. Pizza awaits all finishers, and series registrants get a shirt and plaqu..

Kick off the Wild Thangs Trail Series with the Big Foot Trail Run in Huntsville, Alabama. Choose from a scenic 5K or 10K course featuring bluff views and creek crossings. It's a cupless race with on-course aid stations and series bundle dis..

The Old Gabe is a challenging trail run in Bozeman, Montana, with 30K and 50K distances. Named for explorer Jim Bridger, the 50K route covers rugged terrain with significant elevation gain. The event is small, capped at 130 runners, and emp..

A 10K on gravel dike trails at Howard Marsh Metropark on June 20, 2026, followed by optional kayaking on eight miles of aquatic trails. Awards for overall and masters and finisher medals for all.

A community 5k run, walk, or jog at Altered Genius Brewing Co. Trailside Taproom in Imperial, PA on June 20, 2026, part of the Pennsylvania Brewery Running Series with a post-run celebration and ticket prices from $32 to $110.08.

Run the scenic Puso 10K on the flat, gravel C&O Canal path in Georgetown, Washington DC. This chip-timed event benefits the PUSO Foundation and awards top finishers. All participants receive a finisher's medal and tech shirt.

Explore the scenic grounds of the Loretto Motherhouse on a trail run or walk. The course winds through woodlands, past lakes, and along gravel paths on the property. This event supports the local community and welcomes participants of all p..

Six at the Springs is a flexible six-hour endurance run in Poland, Maine. Participants run a scenic 4-mile flat loop as many times as they wish, with multiple morning start times. All mileage is recognized, and the event highlights local tr..

The Little Loggers Trail Fest is a free trail run for kids 12 and under, hosted by the PA Trail Dogs. The 2.75-mile course features small hills and a possible stream crossing, with volunteers ensuring safety. It's part of a free three-race..