Trail Running Calendar United States 2024-2025

The Sunflower Trail Run is an annual running event held in Buhler, Kansas, featuring a scenic 5K and 1-mile course through a beautiful sunflower field. Participants can choose from a competitive division, a non-competitive division, or a virtual 5K option. The event encourages team participation, al..

The Shawnee Hills Trail Races, taking place on August 23-24, 2025, at Camp Ondessonk in Ozark, IL, offers a variety of challenging distances including a 100-mile, 100K, 50K, and half marathon. Set in the picturesque Shawnee National Forest, participants will navigate a technical course featuring stu..

The Hell Creek Half & 50K is an exciting running event taking place at Wilson State Park in Sylvan Grove, Kansas. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 50K race, both set on the scenic Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail, known for its rugged yet runnable terrain and stunning views. The ..

The Firebird Trail Races, held in Falmouth, Maine, offers a unique and challenging experience for runners with distances of 13 miles, 50K, and 50 miles. This grassroots event emphasizes community spirit, requiring participants to donate to a non-profit of their choice in addition to a low registrati..

The Dark Horse Trail Series features a range of running events, including a marathon, half marathon, and 10k, set against the stunning backdrop of the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina. Scheduled for August 23, 2025, this event invites both seasoned and novice runn..

The Oregon Cascades 100 is a challenging point-to-point trail race that spans 100 miles from Bend to Sisters, Oregon. With approximately 10,700 feet of elevation gain and 11,200 feet of loss, the course features 90% single-track trails and includes 13 aid stations. Runners have 32 hours to complete ..

The Baker Trail UltraChallenge is a 50-mile ultramarathon held on the Baker Trail, organized by the Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy. Participants can compete individually or as part of a relay team of up to five members, with a goal to complete the race within 14 hours. The course features a mix of..

The Hyner Half is a challenging 14-mile trail race set in the scenic Sproul State Forest, part of the PA Wilds. Designed for runners and speed hikers, the event features rugged single-track trails and a strict 4.5-hour time limit. Participants must qualify by listing previous races they plan to run...

The East Fork event in Bethel, OH, features a range of ultra-distance races including 100 miles, 100K, 50K, and 15 miles, set against the scenic backdrop of East Fork State Park. Participants will navigate beautiful and challenging trails around William H. Harsha Lake, with the 100-mile and 100K rac..

The Habanero Hundred is a premier trail running event held annually at 7IL Ranch in Cat Spring, Texas. Known as Texas' hottest trail race, it features multiple distance options including 100 miles, 100 kilometers, 50 kilometers, a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and relays. The event, which began from..

The Mt. Hood Trail Games is an exciting trail running event held on the scenic slopes of Oregon's iconic Mt. Hood.Participants can choose from various race formats, including a Mountain Relay, Sprint Relay, Wolfpack Race, and the Lone Wolf individual race, all set on a unique 25K course featuring th..

The Continental Divide Trail Run offers a stunning running experience through the aspen and pine forests of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Participants can choose from three distances: a challenging 50K, a 16-mile race, or a 5-mile run, each featuring significant elevation gains. The 50K includes appr..

The Telluride Mountain Run is a demanding and technical race set in the stunning San Juan Mountains near Telluride, Colorado. Participants can choose from three challenging distances: 40 miles, 24 miles, and 13 miles. Runners will traverse old mining roads, singletrack trails, and alpine tundra, fac..

The Westminster Night Trail, celebrating its 12th year, is an exciting nighttime running event held at Standley Lake in Westminster, CO. Participants can choose from various distances, including 50K, 35K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, all set against the stunning backdrop of Colorado's natural beauty...

The Ridge to Blazing Ridge Trail Race is a challenging running event held at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, AL, as part of the Southeastern Trail Series. Participants must carry a minimum of 15 to 20 ounces of water or a similar hydration solution throughout the race. The event features separate..

The Blackacre Barnstormer is a trail running event taking place at the Blackacre Nature Preserve in Louisville, KY. Participants can choose between two distances: a 4-mile and an 8-mile race, both designed to showcase the scenic trails and wildlife of the area, including goats and cows. The event su..

The 10k Classic Trail Run in Albuquerque, NM, offers participants a scenic and challenging route starting from the Embudo Trailhead Parking Lot. Runners will experience a variety of terrains, including single track, switchbacks, and technical climbs, as they navigate through the south foothills towa..

The Front Range Ultra Dayze will take place in Loveland from Thursday 28 August 2025 to Monday 1 September 2025.

"Goats in the Dark" is an exciting 5k running event set in Helena, MT, featuring a scenic course that begins at the intersection of LeGrande Cannon Blvd and Silverette St. This year's race is scheduled for late August, offering participants more comfortable nighttime temperatures and stunning sunset..

The Barn-B-Q Trail Festival is a unique outdoor celebration held at the restored Masker's Barn in Berkeley Heights, NJ. This event combines trail running and hiking with a lively barn party featuring BBQ, beer, wine, and various activities. Participants can enjoy self-guided trail tours, lawn games,..