Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

The Mines of Spain 100 is a challenging Midwest trail ultramarathon held in Dubuque, Iowa, set in the scenic bluffs, prairies, and forests of the Driftless Region along the Mississippi River valley. The event offers two distances: 100 miles (five loops) and 100 kilometers (three loops) on a roughly..

BadgerPalooza is an ultra marathon event hosted by the Williamstown Badger at Autumn Lake Winery in Williamstown, New Jersey. Participants can choose from various race formats, including a 24-hour run, 12-hour run, and 6-hour run, with options for relay teams. The main event consists of running a 5K..

The Red Rocks of Sedona Trail Races, held in Sedona, Arizona, offer a scenic and challenging point-to-point trail running experience on the area's iconic Southside trails, including the famous "Hi-Line" trail. Participants can choose from three distances: a Mountain Marathon, 20 Miler, or 10 Miler...

The Monster Dash is a 5K trail run taking place in Carolina Beach State Park, North Carolina, designed to celebrate Great State Trails Day. This event aims to raise funds for young runners, promoting fitness and community engagement. Participants can enjoy the scenic trails while supporting a good c..

Tackle the Trail is a well-supported running event held in Pomfret, Connecticut, featuring multiple race distances including a marathon, half-marathon, 10K, and relay team race. The course winds through the scenic Airline Trail communities, starting in Willimantic, CT, and finishing in Putnam, CT. T..

The Pumpkin Holler 100-Mile event, held annually in the scenic J.T. Nickel Preserve near Tahlequah, Oklahoma, offers multiple race distances including 100 miles, 100K, 50K, 25K, and a 10-mile run. Set in the largest privately protected conservation area in the Ozarks, the course features gravel coun..

The Jackalope Lope is a trail running event held at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area near Redding, California, known for its challenging terrain and significant elevation gain. Participants can choose from three distances: 50K, 20.5 miles, or 8.5 miles. The race features well-marked courses with..

The Black River Trail Classic, held in Millston, Wisconsin, takes place in the scenic Black River State Forest. This event offers multiple race distances: 85K, 50K, 25K, and 10K, catering to a range of trail runners. Participants enjoy well-marked courses featuring beautiful ridge views and vibrant..

Soul Crusher is a challenging trail running event held in Crystal Lake, Illinois, offering 5-mile and 10-mile distances. The course, designed by Jeff Lenard, is known as the toughest 5-mile loop in the Midwest, with runners able to complete one or two loops depending on their endurance. The race sta..

The Will Run for Coffee/Beer 5k is a unique running event held in Owosso, Michigan, starting at the Fitness Coliseum. Participants can choose between two 5k races—one themed around coffee and the other around beer—or a shorter 1.5-mile walk suitable for all ages, dogs, and strollers. The 5k course f..

The Elden Ridge Run is a half marathon trail race held near Flagstaff, Arizona, starting at the Sandy Seep Trailhead. The course features scenic views of meadows and ponderosa pines, with a challenging climb up Elden Lookout trail to the summit of Mt. Elden.Runners then descend through varied terrai..

The Over the Rainbow Runs is a trail running event taking place in Kanab, Utah, featuring a 10K and a Half Marathon. Set against the stunning backdrop of the bluffs above the town, the races aim to create a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging participants to enjoy a "Saturday morning with..

Dragons in the Woods is an exciting 5k run/walk event taking place in Holt, Michigan, on the scenic trails of Birchfield Park. Celebrating its 12th season, this event welcomes both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day outdoors. Proceeds from the race benefit Island City Academy, a lo..

The Mt. Tom Trail Race is an exciting running event set against the stunning backdrop of Mt. Tom, featuring challenging terrain and breathtaking views, particularly during peak foliage.Participants can choose from a solo 25k, a 2-person 25k relay, or a solo 10k. The race supports the Kestrel Land Tr..

The Unbridled 50 Mile is a challenging endurance race held in Hillsdale, Kansas, featuring distances of 50 miles, 50K, and 10 miles. The course consists of a 10-mile loop primarily on technical single-track horse trails (90%), with some pavement and gravel sections, including several hills to test r..

The New Orleans Ultramarathon and Half Marathon, held in New Orleans, Louisiana, offers three race distances: a 50-mile, 50K, and a half marathon. The ultra races start at Jackson Square, while the half marathon begins at Louisiana Running Company. The fully paved course winds through city roads, ru..

The Bohemian Alps Endurance Runs, held annually in Brainard, Nebraska, feature challenging courses through scenic rural landscapes of Butler and Saunders counties. The event offers a 50K ultramarathon and a half marathon, both consisting of rolling hills on gravel and dirt roads, bike trails, and cr..

The Quest for the Crest is a challenging trail running event held in Burnsville, North Carolina, on October 18-19, 2025. It features three race distances: 50K, 25K, and an all-new 11K, all of which are point-to-point courses with significant elevation gains. The races include steep climbs, technical..

The Piedmont 8 Hour is a trail running event held at Powhatan State Park in Powhatan, Virginia. Celebrating its 10th year, the race features a 2.7-mile loop with about 60 feet of elevation change, winding through open meadows and pine forests with scenic fall foliage. The course is mostly runnable w..

Death by 5k Tyler is a challenging 24-hour running event held at Tyler State Park in Texas, specifically in the Blackjack camping area. Participants face the unique test of completing ten 5k runs spaced every 2.5 hours, starting early morning and continuing through the night, requiring headlamps for..