Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Camp Lug A Chug is a volunteer weekend at Marble Mountain Sno Park, Cougar WA, carrying supplies into volcano aid stations. Expect 9 mile hikes, camp meals, and a free race entry prize for the most weight carried relative to body weight.

Run the trails atop Colorado's Grand Mesa on July 25, 2026 with distances from 30K to 50 miles. Revel in alpine meadows, lakes and technical singletrack, then relax with weekend camping, post race food, beer and finisher awards.

The Women's Epic at Brighton will take place in Brighton on Saturday 25 July 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

Join the Run for the Elk Race Festival in Emporium PA on July 26, 2026 for scenic trail runs from 5K to a Boston qualifying marathon. Enjoy post race pizza, a finisher medal and free finish line photos along the West Creek Industrial Trail.

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.

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.

Hit the wooded Backpack Trail at East Fork State Park for the Dirt Days Trail Series stop in Bethel, Ohio on July 26, 2026. Choose 5.6 or 10.8 mile courses with Trekker options for an early start, friendly timing, and post race awards and d..

The Soapstone Assault is a rugged 5.5 mile trail race in Somers, CT with six climbs and about 1,500 feet of ascent. Limited to 50 runners, it is a tough course for experienced runners and includes a pre race safety briefing and breakfast.

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..

The Summit 200 is a 200 mile loop around Summit County Colorado that climbs into high alpine single track above 12,700 feet. Capped at 100 runners and requiring a prior 100 mile finish, it is a remote, high altitude test of endurance.

Run the Ragged 75 multi day stage race or choose the single day 50k on rugged trails around Lake Sunapee, NH. Big climbs, scenic single track, communal camping and a true self supported trail challenge.

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 scenic point to point 200 miles across Colorado from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs. Run solo or with teams from 1 up to 12 people as you tackle mountain passes, open roads and big western views.

Experience high alpine trails above 10,600 feet at the Sheep Mountain Trail Runs in Fairplay Colorado on August 1, 2026. Choose from half marathon, 50k or 50 mile distances for a rugged, scenic challenge.

Tackle the Hood Hundred, a 100 mile mountain trail race at Mt Hood Meadows with about 17,300 ft of climb and descent across rugged alpine terrain. A Western States qualifier with a capped field and a custom finisher buckle.

Take on volcanic terrain around Mt. St. Helens on August 1 and 2 2026 with 50K and 25K distances. Expect lava and pumice fields, river crossings and rope assisted steep sections for an epic mountain trail challenge.

Take on the Kennebec Mountain Run, a 15 mile trail with about 3,100 feet of climbing to a high alpine pass. Limited to 150 runners, the grassroots race raises funds for La Plata County Search and Rescue and showcases Colorado scenery.

Run or hike scenic singletrack to coastal summit views at Blue Hill Mountain Trail Fest near Blue Hill, Maine, with distances from 5k to 50k. Proceeds benefit Blue Hill Heritage Trust and the Wabanaki Alliance.

Tackle tree covered single track and creek crossings at Oakadoke Trail Runs in Valparaiso on August 1, 2026, with 18 mile, 9 mile, and 4 mile options for all abilities. Custom finisher awards and youth pricing make this a fun family friendl..