Trail Running Calendar United States 2024-2025

The Cirque Series - Crystal Mountain is an exciting running event set for September 20, 2025, featuring a challenging 7.7-mile course with an elevation gain of 2,544 feet. Starting at the Crystal Mountain base area, participants will navigate rugged terrain, including the Kelly’s Gap service road an..

The Broken Anvil Backyard Ultra is an exciting endurance running event held in West Point, Iowa, featuring a unique format of repetitive 4.167-mile loops through Pollmiller Lake Park. Designed to challenge both physical and mental limits, participants must complete each loop within an hour, with the..

The Tryon Farm 50k is part of a multi-distance running event that includes a 4 Miler, 8 Miler, 25k, and a 2-mile Fun Run/Walk, taking place at Tryon Farm in Michigan City, Indiana. The course features a scenic 4-mile loop through the farm, combining grassy fields, dirt trails, and minimal pavement. ..

The Bryce Canyon Ultra Marathons offer an exhilarating experience set against the stunning backdrop of Bryce Canyon National Park. Participants can choose from various distances, including 30K, 50K, 60K, and 50-mile races, all traversing the rugged terrain of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. Runners will en..

The In Yan Teopa 5 & 10 Miler is an exciting trail race held at Frontenac State Park in Minnesota. Participants can choose between a 5-mile or a 10-mile course, both featuring diverse terrains such as rolling prairies and challenging climbs. This event is designed for runners of all experience level..

The Mount Helena Run is an annual trail race held in Helena, Montana, featuring a challenging 9k (5.6 miles) course with a significant elevation gain of 1,300 feet. Participants will experience a mix of road and single-track trails, offering stunning views of the city, Prickly Pear Valley, and surro..

The Mountain Fork Half Marathon is a scenic 13.6-mile race set to take place on September 21, 2025, starting and finishing at the High Knob Observation Tower in Norton, VA. The course winds through the picturesque Mountain Fork watershed, primarily on Forest Service roads, with a total elevation gai..

The Conquer the Cave 5K is a unique running event set in the scenic Cathedral Caverns State Park in Woodville, Alabama. Participants will experience a picturesque course that includes a thrilling 0.6-mile stretch through a stunning cave, complete with decorative lighting and glow sticks. The race fe..

The Royal (multi) Mile Hill Run is a challenging race held in Lincoln, New Hampshire, as part of the NH Highland Games & Festival. Participants tackle a course featuring an elevation gain of 800 feet across various terrains, including dirt trails and ski roads. Each runner receives a race shirt, a c..

The Lake Conestee 8k Run/Walk is an exciting trail race taking place at Lake Conestee Nature Park in Greenville, South Carolina. This inaugural event invites both seasoned runners and newcomers to experience a scenic course that winds through lush forests and alongside tranquil wetlands, offering st..

The Grand to Grand Ultra is a unique self-supported stage footrace held in North America, spanning 171 miles (275 km) across the stunning high desert of the Colorado Plateau. This challenging event consists of six stages over seven days, offering participants the opportunity to experience breathtaki..

The Iowa Trail Run Series: Yellow River State Forest offers a scenic running experience in Harpers Ferry, Iowa, featuring a variety of terrains and stunning views. Scheduled for September 21, 2025, participants can choose from three events: a 5K, 10K, and a half marathon, catering to all levels of t..

The Gardiner Dump Run is an exciting running event scheduled for September 21, 2025, in Gardiner, NY. Participants can choose between a 5k trail run or a 10k option, which consists of two laps of the 5k course. The race takes place on scenic single-track trails through wooded hillsides near the Wall..

The Catalina State Park 50-Year Trail Race is a celebrated running event in Tucson, Arizona, featuring both a 10.6-mile trail race and a 5K road run. This event is designed for participants of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned runners. The race promises a scenic course, well-marked paths,..

Stehekin is a unique four-day running event set in the stunning North Cascades of Washington, taking place from September 18-21. Participants will experience a blend of trail running and leisure activities, starting with a shuttle from Burlington to the Cascade Pass Trailhead. The journey includes b..

The Yeti 100 Mile Endurance Run is an annual ultramarathon held on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, VA. Celebrating its 10th year, the event is designed for both first-time 100-mile runners and those aiming for a sub-24-hour finish. Participants must meet specific qualifications, including co..

The Red Feather Trail Jamboree is a three-day trail running event held in September 2025 at the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. Participants can choose from three race distances: 50 miles, 50K, and a half marathon, each featuring varying levels of elevation gain and scenic t..

The Bear 100 Endurance Run is a celebrated 100-mile race held in the picturesque Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah, and the Bear River Range, concluding at Bear Lake. Marking its 27th anniversary in 2025, the event features a stunning autumn landscape of pines, aspens, and maples. It serves as a q..

The Cowboy 200 is an exciting ultra-running event taking place along the scenic Cowboy Trail in Nebraska, featuring two race options: a 200-mile and a 100-mile footrace. This point-to-point course is designed for runners of all levels, offering a non-technical, flat path that is 100% runnable. Parti..

Midwest Endurance's Ultrapalooza is a premier running event held in Osawatomie, Kansas, featuring a variety of distances including 100 Miler, 100K, 50 Miler, 50K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Flint Hills, participants enjoy a flat, fast course on crushed grave..