Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run the rugged Denali Highway in Alaska with the Denali135, plus 100 km and 50 km options, taking you through remote tundra, river crossings and epic climbs. Limited to 50 runners in 2026 with mandatory crew support for experienced ultras.

Tackle the rugged 26 mile Foy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon near Kalispell, Montana, a point to point mountain course with over 5,000 feet of climbing on mostly single track. Limited to 100 runners and supports trail maintenance.

Hit the trails at French Park for a scenic 3.6 mile dirt trail run featuring creek crossings, meadow views and log bridges. Enjoy age graded awards, random Altra shoe giveaways and season pass options for the full Dirt Days series.

Join HAPPY TRAILS at Wildwood Metropark in Toledo on June 21, 2026 to support Metroparks Toledo. Run a scenic 5K on mixed trails or enjoy a family friendly 1 mile walk perfect for strollers.

The XC Summer Series will take place in Parsippany-Troy Hills on Tuesday 23 June 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Race in the Clouds Alma Dirt Festival runs June 25 to 28, 2026 in Alma, Colorado at 10,600 ft. Mountain biking, trail runs, an off road duathlon, youth races and meadow camping offer high country climbs and single track thrills.

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.

Challenge yourself on the Palouse to Cascades Trail at the Yeti Ultra Trail Washington, with 200K, 100 mile and 100K options and the 2.3 mile Snoqualmie Tunnel as a unique highlight. Crews and pacers are permitted for a supported experience..

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.

Join Hollis Hills Farm Revival in Ellenboro NC on June 27 for 5K, 25K or 50K loops around the farm and hunter's cabin. All entry fees support farm development and finishers receive unique handmade pottery medals.

Night Howler 50 in Hoover AL on June 27, 2026 is a 50 mile sunset ultramarathon run as 20 laps of a 2.5 mile wooded loop. Night running requires headlamps, aid every lap, and finishers within the 16 hour cutoff earn a custom belt buckle.

Run the legendary Western States 100, a 100.2 mile trail ultramarathon through Sierra high country and gold country with 18,000 feet of climbing and scenic river crossings. The 2026 race is June 27 to 28 and entry is by lottery.

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.

Join the Grand Rapids Trail Run on June 27, 2026 at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery for scenic, rooty single track and rolling hills. Choose a 5K, 9K, 18K or a 9K ruck, earn a finisher tee and medal, and enjoy finish line snacks.

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.