Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

An Alice in Wonderland themed night event at Echo Canyon State Park featuring a 1.8 mile reservoir loop and multiple unusual race formats from timed loops to dice-based team runs.

An off road sunrise trail race near Kirksville, MO offering 10K and 5k routes with sunrise views over Forest Lake. The event is a fundraiser for FLATS, has limited parking so carpooling is encouraged.

Two events at The Farm in Carney, Michigan on August 22, 2026. A woodland 5K and a Mail Pouch Beer Mile run as four 0.25 mile laps with a 21 plus age requirement for the beer mile.

A community 5k run and walk in Lakeside on 08/22/2026 along the Turkey Track loop to Walnut Creek, with lunch at the Woodland Lake Park East side pavilion. Proceeds support local community centers LGBTQ+ programs.

Leopold’s Preserve 5k & 10k in Broad Run, VA on August 23, 2026 features 5 km and 10 km distances, welcomes walkers, and offers virtual entry options with medal and shirt choices.

A trail running festival at Thacher State Park on August 23, 2026, offering **10K**, **13.1M**, **26.2M** and **50K** courses that share the same first 10K loop. The cupless event has multiple aid stations, post-race food, and medals for ma..

A trail race at Paul Douglas Forest Preserve on August 23, 2026 offering approximate 4, 9.5 and 13 mile options. Part of the Dick Pond Athletics series with proceeds supporting the Chicago Area Mountain Bikers.

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run at North Carolina Motorsports Park on August 23, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to participants aged 7 and up. The event emphasizes fun and teamwork rather than competition.

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.

Run through the scenic reservoir lakes and forests of Pennsylvania on a fast and flat trail course. Support clean water initiatives while enjoying an out and back race in the beautiful Roaring Creek Tract.

A 5K cross-country race at Waters Farm in Sutton, MA, marking the fourth running of the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic with on-site parking, finish-line water and fruit, portable toilets, and awards for individual and team results.

Experience an engaging 8 mile trail race through the winding singletrack of Fredericksburg. Navigate rolling hills and punchy climbs in this focused event supported by the local running community.

On August 23, 2026 Raptor Ridge stages a 6.5 mile trail race at Westmoreland Sanctuary in Mount Kisco, New York. The event starts and finishes at the Fox Lane High School campus, dogs are not allowed and non perishable food donations are co..

Black Diamond Express on August 23, 2026 features a 5K and a USATF certified half marathon along the Lehigh Valley Trail near Mendon, supporting the Mendon Foundation and trail maintenance with Monroe County Parks.

A two loop 4.15 mile cross country race on the fire roads of the UC Santa Cruz campus, starting and finishing at the meadow above the fire station and included in the Pacific Association USATF Grand Prix series.

East Lansing event on August 23, 2026 with a timed 5k on mostly grass trails and an untimed 1 mile fun run for kids. Hosted by the East Lansing Educational Foundation; registration fees apply.

A point-to-point mountain ultramarathon in Logan, Utah, with an official route of 215 miles and 40,000 feet of climbing on mostly remote trails. Entrants must have finished a mountain 100+ mile race to qualify.

Experience a fast and flat 12k trail race through the scenic Valley Trails of Lory State Park. Enjoy a low key atmosphere followed by pizza, beverages, and a vintage race shirt in Bellvue.

A weekly trail race series in Williston, VT offering 5 km and 2.5 km options with adult and youth categories, bib pickup and on-course water refill. Events run rain or shine and follow a posted thunder and cancellation policy.

A 5k trail run at Red Rock Wilderness near Silverado, CA featuring fire roads and single track, 300 feet of climbing, one aid station, a cupless policy, and no pets allowed.