Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Join the XC Summer Series, a friendly weekly cross country 5K on Tuesday nights in Parsippany from April 28 to September 1, 2026. All ages and abilities welcome, walkers included, with chip timing and after race refreshments.

Race in the Clouds at Alma Cemetery Meadow offers high country trail running, mountain bike races and weekend camping at 10,600 feet. Choose from a trail half, 10K, multiple bike distances and free kids races for a weekend of alpine adventu..

Take on the Black Hills 100 in Sturgis, South Dakota, with 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and 30K options across rugged single track, rocky sections and forest trails. Big climbs, remote aid stations and sweeping Black Hills views await.

Yeti Ultra Trail Washington runs June 26 to 27, 2026 on the Palouse to Cascades Trail from Hyak Sno Park, with 200K, 100 mile and 100K options. Crushed limestone terrain includes a 2.3 mile Snoqualmie tunnel that requires a light, with crew..

The Copper Kings 100 is a scenic, challenging 100 mile loop trail race around Butte, Montana held June 26 to 27, 2026, with nearly 14,000 feet of climb through high alpine terrain. The race welcomes a fully inclusive field including a nonbi..

Climb 3,700 feet over 4.2 miles to the summit of Mt Howard at the Wallowa Skyrace in Joseph Oregon on June 26, 2026. Enjoy views of the Eagle Cap Wilderness, a tram ride down included, and a small field for an unforgettable mountain challen..

Join the Blue Mountain Bash Trail 5K on June 27 in Pomeroy, WA for a scenic out and back on wide rolling trails. Shuttles, aid at the turnaround, plus shirts and medals for all finishers make it a fun community run.

Run the Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC with 5K, 25K, and 50K looped courses around the farm and hunter's cabin. All fees support farm development and finishers earn unique handmade pottery medals; camping is available.

Run through the night on a 2.5 mile loop at the Night Howler 50 in Hoover, Alabama. Complete 20 laps for 50 miles and chase a custom buckle and medals while enjoying a friendly lap format and supportive aid at the start/finish area.

Western States 100 is an iconic 100 mile endurance run from Olympic Valley to Auburn, California, tracing remote, rugged Sierra trails. Expect big climbs, sweeping descents and a true test of stamina and grit in a classic ultramarathon.

Experience The John Cappis, a free mountaineering jaunt near Silverton Colorado on June 27, 2026. This rugged off trail challenge uses a changing route and checkpoint scoring so every mile you reach counts toward the finish.

Experience Robinette's Nature Trail at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery on June 27 with 5K, 9K, 18K and a 9K ruck option over dirt and rooty single track. All finishers get a medal and tri blend shirt; this is a cupless event so bring your o..

Hit the foothill dirt trails at Lory State Park on June 27 for the Timberview Trail Run with 10 mile, 5 mile and beginner friendly 5K options. Finish with pancakes, craft beer and finisher swag at this USATF sanctioned community favorite.

Run along Mt Hood ridgelines from Parkdale to the Hood River Valley in Wy'east Wonder, a scenic point to point trail race offering 50 mile, 50K and a two person 50K relay. Expect ridgeline singletrack, big net downhill and orchard finishes.

Experience the low frills Independence Double in Winter Park on June 27 to 28 with lap based 5K to 50K on a flat, shaded paved trail. Hand timed and cupless, the relaxed event suits self supported runners looking for simple aid and communit..

No Shame Shindig returns June 27 to Willow Creek State Recreation Area near Pierce Nebraska, adding a marathon to 50 mile, 50K and half marathon fields. Enjoy limestone trails, swag and finish line treats.

Take on the Trail Golf Endurance Challenge at Trailyard Outpost in Valparaiso with 50K, 10M or relay teams as each loop serves as a 3 to 4 mile Hole. Enjoy golf style scoring for a playful twist on hilly singletrack.

Run the Life Time Leadville Trail Marathon or Heavy Half on June 27, 2026, tackling high alpine singletrack and dirt roads through historic mining country up to Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet. Expect a challenging, possibly snowy race with fu..

Tackle 8.2 miles and 3,010 ft of climbing at the Cirque Series Killington on June 27, 2026, a steep, technical loop that visits three resort peaks and finishes at the K1 Lodge. Expect rocky, grassy trails and a brutal Needle's Eye climb.

Join the Dawg Gone Long Run on June 27 at Caesar Creek State Park for 50k and 50 mile trail ultras on scenic looped single track with rolling hills. This cupless race has a 15 hour cutoff and friendly aid stations.