Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Join the Shannon Trail Series in San Angelo from Jan 17 to Feb 21 2026 for three scenic trail races from 5K to 15K across local parks. Chip timed races award top finishers and series honors go to runners who complete all three events.

Join the 5k Beer Run at Back Unturned Brewing in San Antonio for a fun run where you can run, walk, or jog the course and celebrate with craft beer at the finish. A portion of proceeds benefits local nonprofits.

Kick off 2026 on scenic trails at the River Ranch Resolution Run in Liberty Hill, Texas on January 31. Choose from 50k to 5k distances plus a youth mile and enjoy rolling meadows, river views and century old live oaks.

Run the River Trail 15K in North Little Rock on January 31, 2026, a fast, fully paved course along the Arkansas River, Old Rock Quarry and Burns Park. Chip timing and Grand Prix plus RRCA State Championship status promise a scenic, competit..

Wolf Tracks Rendezvous is a single loop cross country ski race at Minocqua Winter Park offering marathon and half distances for skate or classic skiers. An official Birkie Korte qualifier on scenic park trails and a fast course.

Celebrate the new year with Westly's 9th Annual 5K in Oakland, Florida. Run or walk the in person West Orange Trail event or join virtually anytime in January for a free, family friendly 5K with post race festivities and live music.

Take on the single track Devil's Ice Box trails at Rock Bridge State Park in Columbia on January 31, 2026, with 10K and 20K loop options for runners of all paces. This free event asks for online sign up and a waiver, and offers post race re..

Join the Full Moon 5 in Laingsburg for a night trail run through prairie, hardwood and pine at Sleepy Hollow State Park. This chip timed 5 mile includes a youth division, requires a headlamp, and awards finishers with a patch and prizes.

Tackle 11.5 miles of winding trails and lake views at Red Top Mountain State Park in Cartersville, GA. This community focused trail run, hosted by GUTS, supports the park while offering moderate wooded terrain and scenic crossings.

Celebrate Mardi Gras at Celery Fields with 5k, 10k and canicross races for runners and their dogs. Expect shirts, post race snacks, live music, vendors and age group awards plus a guided warm up.

Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with a family friendly trail run at Baytown Nature Center on February 1, 2026. Choose a fun 1K or scenic 5K, spot wildlife on the trails, and pick up a finisher shirt and medal before enjoying park activ..

Prickly Pedal at Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers multiple mountain bike distances on the Maricopa Trail and a scenic 10 mile out and back trail run with desert and lake views. Proceeds support the Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation.

Hit singletrack trails around scenic Hensley Lake with a challenging 10k trail run and multiple mountain bike races featuring technical rock gardens and varied climbs. Participants receive custom event shirts and medals for the main 10k and..

Brave wooded trails at Prince William Forest Park on Feb 1, 2026 with distances from 5k to 50k, featuring technical hills, roots and scenic views. Support Semper K9 and earn medals, tech shirts and chip timing in this winter trail challenge..

Tackle a scenic 8 mile trail at Colossal Cave Mountain Park, starting and finishing at La Posta Quemada Ranch. Limited to 250 runners, this well marked single track race rewards every finisher with a medal and is perfect for trail shoe love..

Tackle winter trails at the Groundhog Grind Trail Run in early February at Thomas Mitchell Park in Mitchellville, Iowa. Choose a scenic 5K single loop or 10K double loop and race in person or virtually for a fun, chilly challenge.

Delmarva Ultra Challenge 100K in Pocomoke MD pairs an overnight 50K with a morning 50K on the Algonquin course. Combine times across both runs for a rewarding and mysterious two day trail test.

Take on Mt Sentinel in Missoula with timed 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour laps to summit as many times as you can. Fundraising supports Climate Smart Missoula and local air quality while winter safety rules may change or cancel the event.

Test your legs on scenic Sierra Azul trails at Mt Umunhum Trail Conquest Winter, with distances from a kids run to 50K and routes that summit Mt Umunhum and Bald Mountain. Finishers earn commemorative medals and aid stations keep you fueled..

Tackle the TARCtic Frozen Yeti at Hale Education in Westwood MA on Feb 7 and 8 2026 with a 30 hour challenge or a 15 mile looped race. Expect well marked winter trails, regular aid and proceeds supporting land conservation.