Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run scenic, moderately technical trails at Schaeffer Farms in Germantown, starting and finishing at the Button Farm Living History Center. Choose a 5K or 10K for a rooty, stream crossing adventure while supporting local charities.

Run Rattlerock Ultra near Morgantown WV on July 25, 2026 with 25k and 50k options on rocky, technical trails in Coopers Rock State Forest. The 50k packs nearly 6,000 feet of climbing across repeat loops for a rugged, scenic test.

Run for the Elk Race Festival in Emporium PA on July 26, 2026 showcases 5K to Boston qualifying marathon distances on the scenic West Creek trail. Finishers get a medal and tee and refuel with local pizza amid elk country.

Join the 9th Annual Jazz Blueberry Trail Run and Walk at Jazz Blueberry Farm in Shelby on Sunday, July 26 for scenic trails and 5K, 10K and 1 mile fun run options. Expect farm views, family fun and blueberry swag.

Celebrate summer and patriotism in Waco with the Red, White and Blue Half Marathon on July 26, 2026. Choose distances from a kids dash to a chip timed half marathon and enjoy festive aid stations, medals and shirts at the finish.

Run the Dirt Days Trail Series at East Fork Lake State Park in Bethel OH, with 5.6 and 10.8 mile options. Tackle the scenic, densely wooded Backpack Trail, enjoy friendly competition, and pick a Trekker option for a more relaxed finish.

Tackle Soapstone Assault, a rugged 5.5 mile trail race up Soapstone Mountain in Somers CT on July 26, 2026, featuring six steep climbs and about 1,500 feet of climbing. Expect rocky, technical terrain and stunning summit views.

Run scenic single track in the American River Canyon at Blood, Sweat and Beers Trail Run in Auburn on July 26. Choose 10.5 or 5.9 miles, tackle Cardiac and Last Gasp, then enjoy a finisher medal, food and a beer for age 21 or older.

Run the legendary Badwater 135, a 135 mile nonstop ultramarathon from Death Valley to Whitney Portal, July 27 to 29, 2026. Limited to invited athletes and requiring a support crew, this iconic race tests endurance across scorching desert fl..

Summit 200 is a single loop 200 mile mountain ultramarathon from Frisco, Colorado, with sections above 12,700 feet and about 40,000 ft of elevation gain. Expect remote single track, limited aid, a 110 hour cutoff and a 75 runner cap requiri..

The XC Summer Series will take place in Parsippany-Troy Hills on Tuesday 28 July 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary Ragged 75 around Lake Sunapee, a three stage trail challenge of about 75 miles with 15,500 ft of climbing, or tackle the one day 50k of roughly 33 miles. Camp by the lake, race rugged trails and push your limi..

Run the scenic Lean Horse Ultra through the Black Hills from Custer on the gentle rails to trails George S. Mickelson Trail. Distances span 20 miles to a sanctioned 100 mile race with relay and team options on limestone.

Join the Wild West Relay, a 200 mile point to point run across Colorado from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs, July 31 to August 1, 2026. Teams and solo runners of all sizes welcome for scenic, team driven endurance adventure.

Join the SoCal Summer evening 6K or 12K at Lower Arroyo Park in Pasadena on July 31 2026 and celebrate after with tacos and drinks. Scenic park routes and friendly vibes make this a perfect summer night run.

Take on high alpine trails at Sheep Mountain Trail Runs in Fairplay Colorado with half marathon, 50k and 50 mile options across dirt roads, forest tracks and technical rocky sections above 10,600 feet. Small field, well stocked aid stations..

Hood Hundred is a challenging 100 mile mountain trail race on Mt Hood with roughly 17,300 ft of ascent and descent across a scenic lollipop loop. It is a Western States qualifier with a 34 hour cutoff and rewards finishers with a custom met..

Experience Mt St Helens up close at Volcanic, a rugged trail race from Marble Mountain Sno Park on August 1 and 2, 2026 with 50K and 25K options. Tackle lava and boulder fields, steep climbs and lush forest for a memorable mountain adventur..

Run the Kennebec Mountain Run on Aug 1, 2026: a rugged 15 mile trail in the La Plata Mountains with 3,100 feet of gain up to about 12,200 feet. Limited to 150 racers, this nonprofit supports La Plata County Search and Rescue.

Blue Hill Mountain Trail Fest in Blue Hill, ME offers scenic trail races from 5k to 50k with summit climbs, wildflower fields, technical forest trails and coastal views. Proceeds benefit Blue Hill Heritage Trust and Wabanaki Alliance.