Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Take on scenic equestrian trails at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve with 6K, 12.5K, 25K and 50K options through rolling hills, prairies and woodlands. Packed dirt and grassy paths, lakeside views and aid stations make for a memorable trail day.

Run scenic bluffs and riverside single track at the Bluffs Trail Runs in Echo Bluffs State Park, with distances from 5K to marathon plus relay options. Chip timing, a reusable SAVR cup for all entrants, and handcrafted wooden medals await.

Take 5 in the Garden invites runners to explore Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs with road and trail distances. Enjoy traffic free courses past red rock formations and views of snow capped Pikes Peak.

Tackle TutHell 50K in Sioux Falls on May 2, 2026, a fierce 100 lap climb and descent around Tut Hill that tests endurance and will. Entry is by essay and all pledge donations go to the nonprofits chosen by the male and female winners.

Niwot's Challenge in Sedalia on May 2, 2026 is invitation and acceptance only, not a race, testing rugged off trail navigation and self sufficiency across punishing loops with massive elevation gain. Traditional entries rely on map and comp..

Run the Heartland 50 in the Flint Hills near Cassoday, KS on May 2, 2026. Choose 50 mile, 50K or 25K out and back routes on quiet gravel roads through sweeping tallgrass prairie.

Run the iconic Wild Wild West Marathon & Ultra through the dramatic Alabama Hills and Mt Whitney foothills in Lone Pine, CA. Choose from 10 mile, marathon, 50K or 50 mile options on classic, well supported trail terrain.

Take on the South Mountain Half Marathon on May 2, 2026 in Lehi, Utah a scenic 13.1 mile out and back from Olympic Park along the Jordan River Parkway. Limited to 250 runners with aid, a race shirt, finisher medal and free finish photos.

Challenge yourself at VCP50k, a scenic but rugged 50k ultramarathon in the Bronx on May 2, 2026. Ten loops of classic cross country trail bring rocks, roots and rolling climbs with stocked aid stations, a custom finisher singlet and post ra..

Run scenic trails at Agricultural History Farm Park for the Farm Park Challenge. Choose marathon, 25K or 3 hour, 6 hour or 10 hour lap challenges where each lap must be under an hour. Volunteers get the same swag as finishers.

Take on the Collegiate Peaks Trail Run in Buena Vista, Colorado on May 2, 2026, a rugged mountain course along the Arkansas River. Choose 25 miles or 50 miles and tackle big elevation changes on scenic single track and jeep trails.

Explore rugged lakefront trails at the Lake of the Ozarks Endurance Runs May 2, 2026, with distances from a short bobcat loop to a unique 32 mile run plus 3 miles of paddling. Celebrate with TrailFest, live music, vendors, food and drinks.

Run under the stars on rolling trails lit by hundreds of LED tea lights at the Moonlight Bootlegger 5K in Hagan Stone Park. Bring a headlamp and enjoy live bluegrass, a commemorative moonshine mason jar and post race cocktails or mocktails.

Ozark's Mountain Challenge at Sam A Baker State Park invites hikers to climb Mudlick Mountain repeatedly for about 7,980 feet of total ascent across rugged terrain. This non competitive 12 hour event includes aid and a welcoming finish.

Run the 11th Grayson Highlands Trail Races at Grayson Highlands State Park near Mouth of Wilson VA on scenic mountain trails where wild ponies roam. Choose from 8 to 50 miles, with aid stations, medals and postrace food.

Find your distance at the Big Deal at Great Seal State Park on May 2, 2026. Options range from a youth 5k to a 100 mile ultra on a rugged single track 20 mile loop with big climbs and scenic views.

XTERRA New Jersey is an off-road multisport event held at the scenic Wawayanda State Park, featuring over 40 miles of trails and a clear lake. Part of the XTERRA World Tour, it offers a variety of races including trail runs (5K to 42K), gra..

Run scenic trails with Pikes Peak views at the Greenland Trail Races in Larkspur on May 2, 2026. Options from 4 miles to the RRCA National 50K Championship include chip timing, tech shirts, finisher medals and a 50K buckle.

Run Breakneck Point in Beacon NY on May 3, 2026 with 14.5 mile and 26.5 mile options over technical trails and serious climbing for a rugged spring challenge. Entry includes post race food, a Patagonia Cap Cool shirt, and a finisher medal.

Blue 2 Blue Challenge is a demanding 50K on May 3, 2026 in New Haven, Connecticut, across rugged blue blazed trails with steep, technical climbs. Entry is by waitlist and requires a recent qualifying trail 50K, so come prepared.