Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Hit the trails at Riley Park Trail Races on August 1, 2026 in Coto de Caza, CA, with looped courses from 5K to 30K and a 6 hour timed option. Every finisher gets a race shirt and medal, plus athlete guides and convenient bib pickup.

Join the Philmont Trail Race on August 1, 2026 in Cimarron New Mexico for trail runs from 8 to 50 miles across scenic Philmont Scout Ranch. Proceeds benefit Philmont Scout Ranch and the Boy Scouts of America.

Run the Mattawan Wildcat Road & Trail 5K, a spirited course from Mattawan Elementary winding through school fields into wooded trails. All finishers get a medal and proceeds support the Mattawan Public Education Foundation and Brainstrong.

Run for the Oaks at Left Coast Estate offers 5K and 10K trail runs through oak forests, vineyards and valley views. Enjoy a glass of wine and live music while supporting oak savanna restoration.

Run a scenic 10k around Stryker Lake at Griffin Bike Park with rolling hills, wide trails and two friendly laps that make passing easy. Camping at Fowler Park and the concurrent DINO Gravel Triathlon create a lively event atmosphere.

Run rugged singletrack to Mount Moosalamoo in Goshen Vermont with Lake Dunmore views, choosing 14 mile or 36 mile distances that test your climbing legs. Entry includes a shirt, postrace meal, finishers award and primitive camping.

Steel City Human vs Horse invites runners and horseback riders to Hillman State Park to race side by side across scenic 20k, 50k, and 50 mile courses. A pre race safety meeting is required and camping is available for horses and people.

Run a scenic mountain 50K or 10K from Winter Park Resort into town with flowing singletrack, aspen groves and views of the Continental Divide. Expect changing high altitude conditions, full aid stations and a finisher award.

Run laps on a shaded flat one mile loop between river and ocean at the River to Sea 12 6 Hour Trail Race in Palm Coast FL on Aug 1. Choose 12 hour or 6 hour timed options with a fully stocked aid station and friendly volunteers.

Run the Hatcher Pass Races along Willow Fishhook Road in Willow, Alaska with Marathon, 50 Mile and three person relays that showcase alpine views and rugged terrain. Expect big climbs, stocked aid stations and a true backcountry challenge.

Run 50 Mile, 50K or 13.1 Mile courses in the rugged Elkhorn Mountains near Helena, MT on technical single track, jeep roads and forest service roads. Expect steep climbs, wild scenery and a true backcountry challenge.

Join the Summer Sundown Rundown in Kempton, PA for an endurance trail circuit where short laps, shrinking cutoffs, and the last runner to finish the final lap wins. Celebrate with complimentary Bright Path Brewing beer for 21 and over.

Experience the historic Skyline 50K at Lake Chabot Marina on August 2, 2026, a scenic loop through East Bay Regional Parks with a half marathon option. Local aid stations, plant based post race food and finisher swag make for a memorable da..

Run the Ely Mountain Trail Race at scenic Balsam Forebay near Shaver Lake, CA, with 14K or 8K options featuring big climbs and a rugged granite mile on the 14K. Field capped at 250, with aid stations, finisher medals, shirts and post race s..

Summer Meltdown Half Marathon in Oklahoma City on August 2, 2026 at Wheeler Park offers scenic mixed surface courses and distances from a Kids Dash to a chip timed half marathon. In person and virtual options, plus age group awards and volu..

Join Montey's Pack Rescue Run 5K at Heebner Park for a fun 5K, a 1 Mile Kids Fun Walk, or a virtual 5K that helps animals in need. Family friendly course with medals and fundraising prizes and 100% of proceeds support local rescue efforts.

Run the Eltuck Valley 5K at Lory State Park as part of the Lory Summer Trail Series' four midweek races in August. Chip timing, series points, a vintage Gnar shirt option and postrace pizza and drinks make for a fun evening.

Salt and Sulfur 420 is a 420 mile ultra from Salt Lake City to West Yellowstone that challenges runners on road and dirt in a multiday endurance test. Entry is selective and proceeds benefit the Salt Lake City Women's Center.

Run the Stonington Cross Country 5K in Pawcatuck at Stonington High School on Wednesday August 5. The scenic course starts and finishes on the track and winds through quiet streets, trails and grassy crossings for a community run.

The High Five 100 is a self directed mountain endurance challenge from Lake City, Colorado covering roughly 90 to 105 miles and 40,000 feet of climbing. Navigate 24 points your way and return within 48 hours for a rugged, unsupported alpine..