Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

The Pikes Peak Ultra on July 25, 2026, features trail races from 20K to 50 miles in Colorado Springs. Starting at Bear Creek Park, the course includes views of Pikes Peak and a summit of Mt. Rosa for longer distances. Organized by Mad Moose..

Event Overview The Standhope 100 is a 100-mile endurance trail run held on July 25-26. It is described as Idaho's highest trail race, taking place in the remote Pioneer Mountains. The course covers over 23,000 feet of climbing across remote..

Run under a full moon in the Anza desert. The event features four distances on a scenic 4.6-mile looped trail course. Participation is capped at 200 runners.

Experience a scenic trail journey through Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon, or relay distances in this historic Northeast Ohio endurance event.

Experience the perimeter trail of Grand Island in Lake Superior. The course features stunning shoreline views, sandstone cliffs, and a mix of single-track and forested paths. Choose from 50K, marathon, or half marathon distances.

Experience the natural beauty of Red Top Mountain State Park with a trail run through rolling hills and wooded paths. Choose between 8.85 mile and 3.1 mile distances in this capped event focused on a quality outdoor experience.

Explore the trails of Carson National Forest at the Enchanted Forest races in Red River, New Mexico. Choose from a rugged marathon, a heavy half, or the steep Face Challenge. After your run, enjoy a festive finish with live music, local foo..

Tackle a 50K or 50 mile trail race along the Tickfaw River in Louisiana's scenic state park. The 5-mile loop course passes through swamp ecosystems, with full aid stations and a 14-hour cutoff. Runners receive swag and finisher medals, with..

Experience technical trail running in New Hampshire with two demanding distances over the Baldfaces and Mount Meader. This event features steep ledges and panoramic views within the scenic White Mountain National Forest.

Experience an intense mountain run at Alyeska Resort featuring 3912 feet of vertical gain over 6.1 miles. This capped event offers divisions for all experience levels with cash and gear prizes for top finishers.

Experience a Southern summer run on the mixed single-track and boardwalk trails of the Savannah Ogeechee Canal. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 20K distances. All finishers get a commemorative drink glass.

Last at the Lake features two unique trail challenges at West Point Lake: a Last Man Standing race and a classic 50K ultra. Runners tackle a scenic 5K loop course with a mix of grassy trails, woods, and lake views. The event offers cash pri..

This unique 5K trail run sends participants splashing down a shallow riverbed for a third of a mile. With a tough hill finish and a field limited to 125 runners, it finishes with a community pancake and ice cream party.

The Oregon Cascades 100 is a point-to-point trail ultra running from Bend to Sisters. Runners can choose between a 100 mile or 50 mile distance on a course featuring Cascade mountain trails. The event includes full aid stations, post-race m..

Experience a unique trail race through historic train tunnels and across towering trestles in Montana. Run along the Continental Divide Trail on a course featuring rolling terrain and scenic mountain passes.

Discover the scenic trails of Iowa's Whiterock Conservancy at this summer ultra. Choose between a 50K or 50-mile course that winds through the river valley. Your run helps support this 5,500-acre nonprofit land trust.

An ultra running event in Creede offering 50 mile and 100 mile courses across the San Isabel and Rio Grande National Forests over two days, organized by Tempest Adventures under a USDA Forest Service permit.

Run on the flat, scenic Great Shasta Rail Trail near McCloud. Choose from 50K, 30K, or 10K out-and-back distances. The event supports trail preservation and includes a shirt, meal, and finisher medal for all.

This multi-distance running event at the University of Houston features races from a kids dash to a half marathon. All finishers get a medal and shirt, with special Bigfoot trophies for top performers. The day includes a festive atmosphere..

Event Overview The Trident Trail Races is an annual trail running event held in late July at the Jupiter Ridge Natural Area in Jupiter, Florida. The event features multiple race distances with a focus on running on ancient sugar sand dunes..