Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Gut Check in Gunnison is a multi-course ruck and running event on dirt and mountain terrain with individual and 5-person team options in light and 35 pound heavy classes. Proceeds support firefighter and veterans charities.

An evening 5K run and walk at Cellar 1914 Winery on September 12, 2026 that follows a private course through cornfields, a corn maze and cherry orchards. Entry includes a commemorative glass, a cider or wine pour for 21 and over, chip timin..

Trail races and a kids run at Eagle Creek Campground near Yellowstone on 12 September 2026. Courses include a 9k with 1000 feet of climb, a 5k with 400 feet of climb, and an untimed 5k walk.

A 10 mile out and back mountain run near Jelm, WY, climbing over 2000 feet to about 9600 ft. The course follows improved jeep roads, features two aid stations, and donates proceeds to Albany County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue.

Trail race at Boulder Beach State Park in Groton, VT on September 12, 2026. Organized by Onion River Outdoors, it offers 25K and 12K distances; limited cell service means bring cash or check for day of purchases.

Women only trail event at Fountainhead Regional Park offering a half marathon and a 10k plus on September 12, 2026. Training runs and a course introduction video are provided; entry opens June 8 and closes September 1.

Two loop trail races at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park on September 12, 2026, with 3.8-mile and 8.3-mile courses. There are awards, post-race snacks, a $20 entry fee, and park parking fees.

A just over 10 mile out and back trail climb to the 10,776' Mt. Rose summit raising funds for Washoe County Search and Rescue. Single-track mountain trail, two water-only aid stations, volunteer stopwatch timing, USATF sanctioned.

A 5K running race hosted by Hartwood High School Cross Country on September 12, 2026 in Stafford, VA. It is the first annual StallionsXC Open and serves as the opening race of the Stallion Invitational, with high school races afterward.

PDX 50 50 in Portland offers two route options: a roughly 50K course measured at about 31.5 to 32 miles and a longer roughly 53 mile option. The unsupported route is mostly flat with a technical mile in Forest Park and no course markings.

An inaugural trail running event at Breaks Interstate Park in Virginia offering Morning and Sunset 10K options, a Double 10K, and a 50K that crosses canyon overlooks, ridgelines, and forested singletrack.

Trail run at Palo Duro Canyon State Park on September 12, 2026 featuring a 4 mile Kiowa and Upper Comanche loop that starts and finishes at the Mack Dick Parking Lot. Packet pickup is Friday evening and proceeds benefit the Amarillo VA Suic..

A one day trail running festival in Beecher, IL offering natural-terrain distances from 3 to 31 miles, cupless aid stations, finisher shirts and medals, a ruck category with weight rules, and awards including a DFL prize for the 50K.

Scale 110 flights of stairs in downtown Raleigh to honor the heroes of 9/11. This symbolic climb at the former Wells Fargo Tower welcomes first responders and civilians for a meaningful memorial event.

Trail races on the Touch of Nature trails in Makanda offering 5K and 10K options, age divisions for Male, Female and Non-Binary categories, event maps and medals for all finishers.

A Spartan style endurance race in Hocking Hills covering over 4 miles with 20 plus obstacles, mud and water. Individual, group and 5 person team entries are available and the event is recommended for ages 15 and up.

A 5K obstacle mud run at The Master's Motoplex in Gaston, South Carolina on September 13, 2026, featuring mud obstacles, finishers medals and event photos. The event partners with the National Breast Cancer Foundation to support breast canc..

An obstacle course race at Indiana Dunes National Park on September 13, 2026, featuring 10k, 5K and a K9 3.1-mile event. The course uses varied landscapes to reflect terrains associated with military service.

Experience the rugged beauty of northwest Connecticut at Macedonia Brook State Park. Featuring single track trails and views of the Catskill Mountains, this event offers 12K, 25K, and 50K distances for trail runners.

A community fundraiser at Mendon Ponds Park with in-person and virtual 5k options plus a Trail X Challenge and a 10k combo. The event supports ROCovery and includes event swag and packet pick up dates.