Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Celebrate July 4 with Finger Lakes 50s, a looped trail race in Finger Lakes National Forest near Hector NY offering 50 miles, 50K and 25K options on mostly single track with rolling climbs. Camp in the forest and enjoy awards and a BBQ at t..

Celebrate Independence Day on scenic singletrack at Afton State Park with the Afton Trail Run. Pick a challenging 50K or a fun 25K through the St. Croix River valley and soak up friendly local race vibes.

Celebrate July Fourth with the Freedom Run in Newport and Derby, a run or walk along gravel paths and wooded trails. Pick a distance up to a half marathon, enjoy post run ice cream and watermelon, and support NAMI Vermont.

Celebrate the 45th annual BTC Peavine Falls Run on July 4, 2026 at scenic Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama. Tackle an 8.2 mile trail course and enjoy a fun Independence Day run hosted by the Birmingham Track Club.

Celebrate Independence Day on the trails at the Grand Targhee Wildflower Run in Alta, Wyoming, July 4 and 5, 2026. Choose from scenic 50K, 22K, 10K or a 1K kids loop that winds across ridgelines, aspen glades and fields of wildflowers.

Celebrate July 4 in Bozeman with Reach Inc Race for Independence, a trail run supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Choose 1K, 5K or 10K in person or virtual and enjoy scenic trails, mountain views, and community spirit.

Celebrate July 4 with Pueblo's Firecracker 5K along the scenic Arkansas River Trail starting at City Park Pavilion. Family friendly fun with medals, outfit contests, Kona Ice and proceeds supporting Southern Colorado Runners Club.

Celebrate July 4 in Huntsville with the Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run along the scenic Aldridge Creek Greenway. Finishers get medals and home baked treats in a family friendly atmosphere with childcare available.

Celebrate July 4 in Madisonville with the 1776 Merica Run featuring 17.76 and 7.4 mile options, ruck divisions, patriotic awards and a postrace hot dog cookout. Costumes encouraged and the event will be live streamed.

Celebrate Independence Day with Run to the Beach, a scenic trail run from North Tahoe Regional Park to Tahoe Vista Recreation Area Beach in Lake Tahoe offering 5K and 10K courses. Finish on the sand with swimming, paddle rentals, music and..

Run mixed trails at Underground Circus 100 with options from 6 hours to 100 miles and a no DNF spirit that lets you change distance mid race. 100 mile finishers earn a custom brass buckle and proceeds help people experiencing homelessness.

Celebrate July 4th with the Rendezvous Run for Independence, a community 5K run or walk in Winter Park, CO. Enjoy scenic Fraser River Trail views and finish at the Rendezvous Event Center for postrace refreshments, awards and prizes.

Hellz Bellz Ultra in Yacolt, WA is a rugged trail race with a climb up Bells Mountain, stream crossings and Mt St Helens views, offering 50 mile, 50K and the Purgatory Trail Marathon. Tent camping is available and registration closes Apr 4.

Run the Red Wing Trail Challenge in Lagrangeville, NY on July 5 with 15K, 30K, and 60K options on a runnable 15K loop with varied terrain and serious climbing. Aid stations, lap base for 60K, and post race food make this a true trail day.

Take on a scenic 7 mile loop through Lebanon Hills Regional Park, with rolling single and double track trails that showcase the park's best terrain. Enjoy chip timing, postrace pizza and beer, and a friendly community vibe at Jensen Lake.

Vol State is a 314 mile point to point ultramarathon from Missouri to northeast Georgia, starting with a ferry crossing. Held in July, it demands self support and navigation through hot Tennessee terrain with no race aid or crew.

High Trails Retreat in Buena Vista July 9 to 12 2026 offers daily runs of 10 to 20 miles and an optional Hope Pass or Sawatch 14er climb. Stay riverside, share meals, relax by the river and pick routes with the group.

Experience high alpine trails above 10,000 feet at the Silverheels Trail Runs in Como, Colorado, July 10 to 11, 2026, with distances from 10 mile to 100 mile across scenic single track, meadows and historic mining sites. Limited fields make..

Hardrock Hundred is a legendary 100 mile ultramarathon around Silverton, Colorado, through high alpine backcountry. The 2026 route runs clockwise past historic mountain towns for a brutal but beautiful test of grit at altitude.

Notchview Ultra in Windsor MA, July 10 to 13, 2026 features a scenic 1.9 mile loop with timed options from 6 hours to 100.7 miles. Full aid station, camping and merch plus a lap based charity challenge led by mascot Wally.