Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Dirty Spokes' Red Top Roaster Trail Run takes place at Red Top Mountain State Park in Cartersville, Georgia. The 14th annual event offers two distances: 8.85 miles and 3.1 miles, with course maps using the Sweet Gum, Homestead, Campground,..

Tackle scenic singletrack and steep alpine climbs at the Enchanted Forest Trail Races in Red River New Mexico. Three distances invite runners seeking big views, technical trails, and a lively downtown start and finish.

Run the Diablito 50/50 at Tickfaw State Park on July 25, 2026, choosing a 50 Miler or 50K on scenic river loop trails. Enjoy packed aid at the start/finish, rustic park charm and a true backcountry challenge.

Mountain trail race in the White Mountains near Chatham NH, choose 14K or 29K over the Baldfaces with big climbs and rugged terrain. Mandatory gear and self hydration make this a true backcountry challenge for seasoned trail runners.

Tackle Alyeska's Cirque Series in Girdwood for a steep, technical 6.1 mile mountain challenge with nearly 4,000 feet of vertical gain. Expect epic alpine ridge views, rocky climbs and a thrilling forested descent to the DayLodge finish.

Run through the sultry coastal trails of Savannah along the Ogeechee Canal with 20K, 10K and 5K options. Expect humid summer heat, slick boardwalks, local wildlife and a collectible drinking glass for all finishers.

Last at the Lake on July 25, 2026 at West Point Lake features a Last Man Standing 5K loop and a 50K ten lap race on scenic Turkey Run Trail. Limited to 100 runners, enjoy shaded single track, lakeside views, cash prizes and finisher medals.

Take on Madder Than A Wet Hen, a rugged 5K trail race at Willenborg Woods in Charleston on July 25, 2026, with river crossings, steep climbs and roughly 1,100 feet of gain. Field limited to 125, with post race pancakes and ice cream.

Take on the Oregon Cascades 100, a point to point trail race in Oregon offering 100 and 50 mile courses across mostly single track, big climbs, and scenic forest roads. A Western States qualifier with custom buckles for finishers.

Run the Divide Trail Race in Butte, MT, a scenic 25K or 50K on the Continental Divide Trail and historic Milwaukee Road with tunnels and mountain views. Expect rugged single track, big climbs around Pipestone Pass, and a true mountain trail..

Join Whiterock Ultra at Whiterock Conservancy in Coon Rapids, Iowa on July 25, 2026 for scenic, looped 50 mile and 50K courses through prairie and woodlands. Proceeds support the conservancy and race officials will adjust routes for safety.

Creede 100 returns to Creede on July 25 to 26, 2026, offering a spectacular mountain trail challenge for adventurous runners. Organized by Tempest Adventures under a USDA Forest Service permit, the event promises well supported racing throu..

Run Burney, California trails with races from 5k to 100 miles on mountain and rail courses. Community focused series supports local nonprofits and offers free entry to Indigenous and Native American runners.

Celebrate summer at the Run for the Elk Race Festival in Emporium, Pennsylvania on July 26, 2026 with marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and combo races along the scenic West Creek Industrial Trail. All finishers get a shirt, medal and socks..

Run or walk the Jazz Blueberry Trail at Jazz Blueberry Farm in Shelby on July 26, enjoying scenic grass and dirt trails through the farm. Options include a 1 mile fun run, 5K or 10K for a family friendly day with shirts and awards.

Beat the heat at the Heatwave Half Marathon in Des Moines on July 26, 2026, with races from a kids dash and 1 mile to 5K, 10K, half marathon and relay plus virtual options. Enjoy chip timing, custom shirts and medals, free finish line photo..

Celebrate summer running at the Red White and Blue Half Marathon in Waco on July 26, 2026. Family friendly distances from a kids dash to the half marathon, plus a DJ, post race snacks and a medal for every finisher.

Badwater 135 is the legendary 135 mile ultramarathon from Death Valley to Whitney Portal, testing runners with extreme desert heat and massive climbs. Invitation only field and required crew support make it one of the most brutal road races..

Take on the Summit 200, a breathtaking 200 mile loop around Summit County, Colorado that climbs above 12,700 feet and delivers about 40,000 feet of gain. Expect remote high altitude single track, sparse aid and an epic endurance challenge.

Tackle a scenic but rugged three day stage race around Lake Sunapee covering about 75 miles and 15,500 ft of climbing across technical single track, fire roads and gravel. Prefer one day? A 50k option follows the same corridor with roughly..