Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience an iconic Alaskan backcountry marathon from Girdwood to Eagle River. This self supported race features glacier views, technical trails, and a major river crossing through remote mountain wilderness.

A mountain ultramarathon in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, with three options: 130K, 70K, and the Waucheesi 24M vertical challenge. Courses use trails in Cherokee National Forest with aid stations, a finish celebration, and live YouTube coverag..

A night trail race of *30K* in the Green Swamp West Tract near Dade City FL across varied Florida terrain with aid stations every 3 to 5 miles, a Berm drop bag zone, post race potluck options and free campground reservations.

Mountain trail races in Silverton, Colorado on July 18, 2026 feature a 50K loop, marathon, and 8.4 mile out-and-back along the Alpine Loop, passing ghost mining towns and reaching about 12,926 feet with aid stations and chip timing.

Big Butts is a trail event at Mississippi College Choctaw Trails with individual 100k, 50k, 25k races and 2-4 person relays run on 7.75 mile loops, with aid stations, on-course support, and time limits for each distance.

Harding Hustle on July 18, 2026 in Silverado CA offers 50K, 30K and 15K trail races on the Harding Truck Trail through the Santa Ana Mountains, with substantial climbing, stocked aid stations and shuttle access for participants.

Tough Mugu at Point Mugu State Park features coastal mountain trail courses of 25k and 10k with ocean views, chip timing, aid stations, handcrafted finisher medals, a post race festival and a $2,000 podium prize purse.

Trail out and back races near Kading Campground with 15 km and 30 km options, creek crossings and mountain views. Post-race food, beverages and prizes are available.

Run as many one mile laps as possible during these 12 or 24 hour ultra and relay events in Rush. Enjoy a mostly paved loop course with full aid station support and options for individual or team participation.

Experience a unique night run on a flat 5k trail course in Apollo. Carry a light to guide your way on this out and back route and enjoy shuttled transport from the designated parking area.

Test your endurance at the Riverwest Nature Preserve with a looped course challenge featuring a 45 minute lap limit and distances ranging from 5 miles to a 50k ultra.

Experience an all-terrain trail event at the edge of the Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana. Runners navigate singletrack and mountain roads across distances from 10K to 50K in a landscape home to diverse local wildlife.

Test your endurance on the technical dirt trails of Franke Park with 3 or 6 hour challenges for runners, mountain bikers, and wheelchair athletes.

Experience a night trail run through the rugged canyons and natural springs of Colorado Bend State Park. Choose from multiple distances ranging from 5K to 60K plus a special youth mile and rucking options.

Experience a mile long course of mud pits and obstacles at Porter Farms in Concord. Enjoy a non competitive atmosphere with slides, crawl zones, and a post race festival for participants and spectators alike.

Trail running event in Casper, WY on July 18, 2026 offering an 8 mile two-lap race or a Backyard Ultra last runner standing format, with all operations at Casper Mountain Trails Center and limited race souvenirs for the first 75 registrants..

A backyard ultra at Quail Ridge Farm in Albion, IL on July 18, 2026. Registration includes a t-shirt and a $10 food truck voucher and free camping is available the night before. A voluntary $1 per lap pool will be split among top finishers.

Event Details Rudolph's Revenge is a 5K night run held on July 18 at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event is a fundraiser for the Northwestern Cross Country Team. Course The race uses the Northwestern High School..

Trail races of 5K and 15K on July 18, 2026 at Powderhorn Mountain Resort featuring climbs on the Stagecoach Trail and a finish at the Flattop Flyer. Registration includes resort entry, shirt, finisher item, post race food and a lift pass.

Trail races on Spring Creek Trail in Steamboat Springs featuring a 9.5 mile scenic loop with about 1,750 ft gain and a rolling 5K out and back, plus a prize drawing and a post-race meal by Freshies.