Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A 7K trail race at the Woodstock Equestrian Center with a hilly course that circles fields and runs through wooded single track, presented as a 1969 throwback with 60s music and period attire encouraged.

A five kilometer trail run along the Lands End Trail in San Francisco with views of the Golden Gate and the Pacific Ocean. The event lists a $10 entry fee, awards finisher ribbons, and requests no headphones or pets on course.

A community fundraising race in Oakland that supports the Oakland Cubs youth running team and its scholarship programs. The event features a Kids Fun Run and 5K trail runs at 3594 Sanborn Dr on August 16, 2026.

A community 10K and a 1 mile kids race through the redwoods in Felton, California, starting and finishing at Roaring Camp Railroads. The event supports the local business and community association and includes a pancake breakfast.

Epiphany Cross Country in New Bern on August 17, 2026 features separate girls and boys 5K races. Entry has no fee and registration was recorded on December 7, 2025.

Experience a hilly 5k trail race through the scenic Lory State Park. Enjoy a low key atmosphere followed by pizza, beverages, and a vintage race shirt in this midweek summer series event.

A four‑race midweek trail series at Lory State Park in August 2026 offering 5k, 10k and 12k courses with varied elevation. Series and per-race registration, post-race food and drinks, and end-of-series awards for top points scorers.

A 5K cross country race at Penitentiary Glen Reservation in Willoughby on August 18, 2026. The course mixes grass fields and crushed limestone trails, with separate races for male and female competitors and open entry for kids and adults.

Weekly trail races at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston, VT, with 5 km, 2.5 km half lap, and a cubbies category for ages 5 and under. Events run rain or shine with a stated thunder and cancellation policy.

Explore the scenic trails of Monroe County during this four part mid week race series. Enjoy chip timed runs through various local parks along with post race cookouts and custom series participant awards.

A 60 hour endurance challenge at Snow Mountain Ranch where runners repeat a 10 mile trail loop to reach milestone distances. Entry includes lodging, meals, training and recovery services.

La Garita 200 is a 200 mile mountain loop that starts and finishes in South Fork on the banks of the Rio Grande. The route rises to just under 13,000 feet and passes through pine forest, alpine tundra and mountain parks.

GPS Too Hot to Trot is a four mile out and back race on the NCR Trail starting at the Paper Mill parking lot in Cockeysville, MD on August 19, presented as part of the Grand Prix Series.

The Augúst, Montana's second oldest footrace, holds its 58th running in Helena on August 20, 2026. A 5K trail race presented as a minimalist fundraiser for local high school cross-country teams.

A two day trail event at Silver Mountain Resort in Kellogg, Idaho featuring a 13K (8 mile) course with over 2,000 feet of climbing and a 2 mile run. Races start from the summit after a gondola ascent and include a vendor village.

A team relay at Crystal Mountain on August 21-22, 2026 featuring three alpine trail loops, a mid-race gondola ride, and views of Mt. Rainier. Multiple team formats are offered, plus on-site camping and glamping at Ragnar Village.

Three Friday evening 5K races at Arizona Falls with three collectible desert medals, chip timing, age group awards, raffle prizes, and a virtual entry option; proceeds benefit Child Crisis Arizona.

Trail races at Camp Ondessonk in Shawnee National Forest with multiple distances from half marathon to 100 mile, technical single track, waterfalls, five staffed aid stations, and on site tree house lodging options.

Fixed-time ultras of six and twelve hours take place on a 500 meter flat gravel loop at historic Nardini Manor in Buckeye, Arizona. The event features an on-course aid station, cupless refills, crew zones, and onsite parking.

A trail half marathon in Post Canyon near Hood River OR on August 22, 2026, featuring about 2,300 feet of elevation gain, two official aid stations, a cupless policy and mandatory water carry, with finisher prize bags and random bonus prize..