Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4 mile trail run through White Tank Regional Park. Experience mountain views and climb toward the top of the park to earn a finisher medal and T-shirt at this cup-less green event.

A map-based mystery run from Ghirardelli Square through classic San Francisco neighborhoods, with team navigation, chip-tagged checkpoints, 5K and 10K options, age and gender divisions, and post-event snacks and socializing.

Experience a point to point trail race on the Bangtail Divide Trail near Bozeman Montana. This 38 km event takes runners from Stone Creek to Brackett Creek through mountain landscapes with a field limited to 150 participants.

This cross country run on July 4th in Williams Bay offers a 5K on grass trails through the Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. A kids' quarter-mile event is also available. Registration is online only, with awards for top age-group finishers.

A July 4 5 kilometer run or walk in downtown Leadville, with downtown bib pickup and an Independence Day parade afterward. Adult entry is $25 and youth 17 and under may enter for free, with proceeds supporting local youth athletics.

The Rochester 5K Trail Run/Walk is a 4th of July event on marked forest trails. It starts and finishes at River Brook Park, following a loop with single-track sections and rolling hills.

This July 4th event in Tofte features a muddy 10k trail run and walk, plus a free one mile race. The 10k route climbs toward the Superior Hiking Trail before descending on a snowmobile path. Participants must be 11 or older, and dogs are no..

A family oriented 5k fun run in Tamworth, New Hampshire centered on historic Ordination Rock during July 4 celebrations. Organized by the Tamworth Outing Club, registration includes a bandana, ice cream, and a bib raffle entry.

Mount Marathon is a historic Alaskan mountain race in Seward. The event involves a demanding 1.5 mile climb and descent. Registration is managed through a priority and lottery system across several divisions.

Experience the hills north of Laurel in the Chief Joseph Uphill Run. Choose between 2, 4, or 8 mile routes starting and ending at the scenic Thomson Park.

Test your discipline in a 6 hour trail challenge where you must complete a 5k every hour to stay in the race. Pacing and grit are key to finishing all six laps at Mt. Pisgah.

A 5K around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids on July 4, 2026, with medals for top three overall and top three in each age category; registration opens February 1, 2026 and the fee is $35.

Experience the 44th Annual Black Bear Run through the scenic trails of the Hiawatha Sportsman’s Club. Choose between 6K and 12K distances on a mix of pavement and gravel with transportation provided from Engadine High School.

A community July 4 event in Newhall Park featuring a flat, paved 5K along the parade route, a Kid K, and a Masters Mile Walk, with shirts, medals, an expo, and awards benefiting local high school cross-country programs.

Rancho Hills Trail Run on July 5, 2025 at Rancho Cañada del Oro offers distances from 5K to 50K on hilly single track with scenic Bay Area views, two aid stations, limited facilities, and strict cutoffs for longer distances.

A 7.4 mile trail run in Pelham, Alabama that reaches the King's Chair overlook on Double Oak Mountain; this is the third edition and includes race swag and a post-race party, with registration opening March 27, 2026.

A run and walk along the Black River in Springfield, VT, offering 7.4K and 4K options to benefit Springfield High School Cross Country. In-person and virtual entries, packet pick-up, refreshments, prizes, and family registration pricing are..

A July 4, 2026 trail running event featuring a ten mile course with varied terrain and named obstacles, plus a shorter Wimpy fun run where all finishers receive a shirt and award.

A community July 4 event in Land O' Lakes with a multi-surface 5K and a youth 1K fun run; proceeds support Great Headwaters Trails and the local playground.

A scenic community run or walk near Mossyrock Park offering a 5K and an 8K Hill Challenge that crosses Mossyrock Dam and provides views of Riffe Lake. Family pricing and age-based fees apply; partial refunds available until June 13.