Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Muddy Dash Houston stages a 5K obstacle course with mud pits, slides, a pre party and an after party at 3 Palms Action Sports Park on September 26, 2026. The family friendly event offers value and VIP registration options plus a Buy One Giv..

Erik Gray Challenge at Southview Trails on September 26, 2026 in Cedar City includes a 5k, a 1 mile, a kids race with shirt and medal, and a virtual 5k. Proceeds will raise money for a local Cedar City resident with cancer and a raffle will..

The 13th Annual Get Outdoors 6.6K at Watkins Mill State Park follows a certified loop around the 100 acre Williams Creek Lake through forested fall colors. In-person and virtual options include a shirt, bib, medal and two guided tour passes..

A 7 mile trail race at Stillwater Prairie Reserve near Covington, Ohio, run as two 3.6 mile loops with dirt, gravel and meadow sections and river crossings. ORRRC members pay no fee while non-members ages 15 and up pay ten dollars.

A trail running event in Tollgate, Oregon on September 26, 2026, offering 23 mile, half marathon, 11K and 7K on largely single track Umatilla Rim Trail with marked courses, aid stations, a cup-less policy, and local youth sport beneficiarie..

A multi-distance trail event on the Flint Hills Trail in Osawatomie, KS, featuring out-and-back courses on crushed gravel, staffed aid stations, drop bag support, pacer allowances for longer distances, and distance-specific awards.

The Hungerford Trail Races in Big Rapids, Michigan on September 26, 2026 feature 50 Miler, 45K, and 15 Miler courses through forested single-track in Manistee National Forest with aid stations along the route.

A runnable single-track trail race at George Wyth State Park on September 26, 2026 offering 13K and 25K options. Limited on-course support is provided and post-race food and photos are available near Canfield Shelter.

Rogue XC in Talent, Oregon features a 5K cross country course over wood chip trail, grass and a small hill. A free elementary mile for runners 12 and under is included and the event supports Talent Middle School Cross Country.

Sky Island in Fort Davis Texas on 26 September 2026 features trail races on single track West Texas trails. Distances include 31 miles, 17 miles and 9.5 miles, with lodging options at Prude Ranch and Indian Lodge.

A backyard ultra on private trails in Eads, TN where runners repeat a *4.167 mile* loop each hour until one runner remains. The event includes basic on site provisions, primitive camping the night before, and a single champion award.

A community fitness festival at Hays Farm Park in Huntsville on September 26, 2026. It features a certified half marathon, a timed 5K, a 1 mile community run, a short bike ride, pop up classes, vendors, and door prizes.

A 30K trail race in Cincinnati run as three laps of a 10K loop, featuring meadows, wooded trails and notable elevation gain. Finishers receive a medal and 30K entrants receive a finisher t-shirt; walkers are welcome.

A clothing optional 5K at Oaklake Trails in Depew, OK, with park entry, pre-race refreshments, and a keepsake magnet; first-time or long-time-away visitors must complete a background check before arrival.

A multi-distance trail running festival on September 26, 2026 at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead in Cable, WI, featuring marathon, relays, half marathon, a new 10K, Nordic Trek, 5K, and kids races over mixed trail terrain.

An in-person event on September 26, 2026 in Brunswick, MD featuring a trail-based 5K and timed 3-hour and 6-hour challenges on a 5 mile loop. Proceeds support Brunswick High School Track and Field equipment.

A community 5K, 10K and one-mile run/walk on the Emerald Trail in Jacksonville supporting Groundwork Jacksonville. Courses use the LaVilla Link and S-Line Rail Trail and include chip timing, custom shirts and finisher medals.

Experience the extensive single track trails of the Boise Foothills in this premier trail event. Runners can choose between 50 mile, 50K, and 27K distances starting from Fort Boise.

A 5K trail run at Goddard Park in Warwick, RI on September 26, 2026, with a bayside course and start and finish near the golf course clubhouse. Open to all ages, with published entry fee tiers and on site parking and facilities.

A two-day trail and bike event in Estes Park featuring 31-mile bike and run options, a 15-mile heavy half, and a 62-mile duathlon, with rugged trails, significant climbs, and aid stations supporting competitors.