Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run the Lory Summer Trail Series in August at Lory State Park: four midweek trail races from 5K to 12K with scenic climbs and friendly competition. Stay after each race for pizza, drinks and a free vintage shirt, plus series awards.

Tackle a 420 mile point to point run from Salt Lake City to West Yellowstone that blends endurance challenge with adventure and connection to nature. Entry is selective and all proceeds benefit the Women’s Center in Salt Lake City.

High Five 100 in Lake City Colorado on August 7 2026 is a rugged mountain ultra of about 100 miles and 40,000 ft of climbing with five 14er summits. The unmarked, self supported route uses checkpoints for aid and has a 48 hour cutoff.

Push your limits at Kansas City Backyard Ultra, Aug 7 to 9, 2026 at Mill Creek Park on the Country Club Plaza. Pick Last Runner Standing or timed 3, 6, 9 or 12 hour formats, grab swag and maybe earn up to $500 toward Backyard Worlds travel.

Take on the Elkhorn Crest trail in Sumpter, Oregon on August 8, 2026, choosing 53 mile or 50K options across alpine ridgelines with sweeping mountain views. Entries include a shuttle start, post race meal, finisher award and free fairground..

Run Larrabee Lakes in Bellingham on August 8, 2026, choose 50K, 25K, 12K or a kids race along scenic ridgelines and lakes. Part of the Evergreen Trail Runs, technical singletrack routes reward finishers with a handcrafted award.

Run the Rockies Trail in Frisco, Colorado offers 5k, 10k and half marathon on scenic single track and dirt trails. Take in views of Dillon Reservoir and the Ten Mile Range with a lakeshore finish to cheer your arrival.

Experience the Tahqua Trail Run at Tahquamenon Falls State Park on August 8, 2026, with 10K, 25K, and 50K options across forest single track, riverside trails and dramatic views of Lower and Upper Falls. Aid stations and shuttles available.

Take on a rugged trail challenge at Butterfield Canyon, with marathon and half marathon courses over rocky climbs, ridgelines and wooded single track. Small fields, marked routes and spaced aid stations create a scenic, memorable race day.

Wyoming Range 100 : overview The Wyoming Range 100 is a point-to-point endurance run held in the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The event is scheduled for August 7-9, 2026, and runs from Middle Piney Lake to Box Y Ranch. The published dista..

Ute 100 returns to Utah's La Sal Mountains on August 8 and 9, 2026, offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 50k options. Tackle a stunning but rugged high elevation single loop with technical single track, river crossings and sweeping alpine views.

The Eastern States 100 is a rugged 103 mile single loop ultramarathon through Pennsylvania's Wilds, circumnavigating the Pine Creek watershed. With over 20,000 feet of climbing this challenging trail race on August 8, 2026 rewards prepared..

Run scenic singletrack and forest roads from Wanoga Sno Park in Bend, Oregon with marathon, half marathon or a 6.5 mile option. Expect rolling terrain, steep climbs, fast descents and great mountain views.

Take on the Interstate 17 Trail Run, a 17 mile looped trail race at State Line Lookout with serious elevation and rugged technical terrain. Rocky scrambles, waterfalls and required loop check ins make this a scenic tough challenge.

Run scenic single track trails at Table Rock State Park in August 2026 with options of a challenging 15K climb to Pinnacle Mountain or a fun 5K loop along Carrick Creek. Enjoy rugged views, stream crossings and a festive finish with shirts..

Run the Hot August Night Trail Race at Holder Mine Campground by headlamp on single track trails through the Withlacoochee Forest. Choose 5, 10 or 20 miles and earn a handcrafted finisher medal plus a post race picnic.

Join the 6th Annual Honor and Remember Run at Cool Springs in Velpen IN to salute veterans, first responders and 9/11 heroes. Choose 5K, 10K trail with a Ruck option or virtual entry and enjoy awards, refreshments and timed results.

Tails and Trails 5K in Cody raises funds for Wyo Hoofbeats and Cody Regional Health animal therapy. Enjoy a flat, scenic route along the Shoshone River with mountain views as runners, walkers and dogs join the fun.

Run under the stars at Vertigo Night Runs in White Tank Mountain Regional Park, featuring looped 6.5 mile terrain and distances from 6K to 52K for all abilities. Expect rugged singletrack, aid stations, and a lively night trail atmosphere.

Tackle scenic, rugged trails at the ninth annual Elephant Rock Trail Run in Mueller Park, Bountiful, Utah on August 8, 2026. Choose from 50K, 26.8, 13.8 or 7 mile courses for a challenging, USATF sanctioned mountain experience.