Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Muddy Dash Houston stages a 5K obstacle course with mud pits, slides, a pre party and an after party at 3 Palms Action Sports Park on September 26, 2026. The family friendly event offers value and VIP registration options plus a Buy One Giv..

A regional challenge that combines finish times from Logan Peak, White Pine 50, and the Bear 100 into a single result. Prizes go to the top male and female and participation awards are given to those who complete all three in one year.

Erik Gray Challenge at Southview Trails on September 26, 2026 in Cedar City includes a 5k, a 1 mile, a kids race with shirt and medal, and a virtual 5k. Proceeds will raise money for a local Cedar City resident with cancer and a raffle will..

A certified 6.6 kilometer trail event at Watkins Mill State Park on September 26, 2026 with in person and virtual options. Proceeds support the Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site.

A 7 mile trail race at Stillwater Prairie Reserve near Covington, Ohio, run as two 3.6 mile loops with dirt, gravel and meadow sections and river crossings. ORRRC members pay no fee while non-members ages 15 and up pay ten dollars.

Trail race in Tollgate, OR offering four distances from a 7K to a new 23 Miler. Courses run mostly on Umatilla Rim single track with aid stations, a cup-less policy, and a 2pm cutoff.

Ultrapalooza in Osawatomie, KS features multiple distances on the flat crushed gravel Flint Hills Trail with manned aid stations, drop bag support and specific time limits for each distance.

Trail races near Big Rapids, Michigan on September 26, 2026. Three distances up to 50 miles run through the Manistee National Forest with single track trails and multiple aid stations.

Fast Track Trail Race on September 26, 2026 at George Wyth State Park in Waterloo, Iowa offers runnable single track with 13K and 25K options. The event provides limited aid, race photos, event swag, awards, and post-race food.

Rogue XC in Talent, Oregon features a 5K cross country course over wood chip trail, grass and a small hill. A free elementary mile for runners 12 and under is included and the event supports Talent Middle School Cross Country.

Sky Island in Fort Davis Texas on 26 September 2026 features trail races on single track West Texas trails. Distances include 31 miles, 17 miles and 9.5 miles, with lodging options at Prude Ranch and Indian Lodge.

Last Mamba Standing is a Backyard Ultra on private trails near Eads, TN. Runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until only one runner remains, with a single champion award, finisher medals, and primitive camping available.

A community fitness festival at Hays Farm Park in Huntsville on September 26, 2026. It features a certified half marathon, a timed 5K, a 1 mile community run, a short bike ride, pop up classes, vendors, and door prizes.

A 30K trail race in Cincinnati run as three laps of a 10K loop, featuring meadows, wooded trails and notable elevation gain. Finishers receive a medal and 30K entrants receive a finisher t-shirt; walkers are welcome.

A clothing optional 5K at Oaklake Trails in Depew, OK, with park entry, pre-race refreshments, and a keepsake magnet; first-time or long-time-away visitors must complete a background check before arrival.

The Birkie Trail Run on September 26, 2026 at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead in Cable, WI offers multiple trail distances including a marathon, half marathon, new 10K, 5K and an 8.5 mile Nordic Trek.

An in-person event on September 26, 2026 in Brunswick, MD featuring a trail-based 5K and timed 3-hour and 6-hour challenges on a 5 mile loop. Proceeds support Brunswick High School Track and Field equipment.

A community 5K, 10K and one-mile run/walk on the Emerald Trail in Jacksonville supporting Groundwork Jacksonville. Courses use the LaVilla Link and S-Line Rail Trail and include chip timing, custom shirts and finisher medals.

Experience the extensive single track trails of the Boise Foothills in this premier trail event. Runners can choose between 50 mile, 50K, and 27K distances starting from Fort Boise.

A 5K trail run at Goddard Park in Warwick, RI on September 26, 2026, with a bayside course and start and finish near the golf course clubhouse. Open to all ages, with published entry fee tiers and on site parking and facilities.