Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

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.

Take on rugged ravine trails in Binghamton with 5K, 15K or a timed 12 Hour endurance challenge. Expect steep climbs, creek crossings and technical terrain, plus an option to race with a weighted pack for added grit.

Join the South Texas Rollers Cross Country Invitational in Corpus Christi for a scenic 5 km at West Guth Park. Open to all, teams and individuals can compete for medals and age group awards.

Tackle twisty single track and rolling hills at Little Bennett Regional Park in the Blue Crab Bolt Trail Run, offering 5K and 10K options on scenic, streamside trails. Optional donations benefit Interfaith Works for local families.

Run steep ski slopes at Swain Ski Resort in a mountain trail race with two loops and nearly 2,500 feet of climbing, including the Robinson ascent. Enjoy post race food and drinks and chase championship and age group prizes.

Skyline 50K runs August 2, 2026 at Lake Chabot Marina in Castro Valley, featuring a scenic loop through East Bay Regional Parks. One of the nation's oldest 50K races, it welcomes first time ultrarunners and includes a half marathon option.

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..

Beat the heat at the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon, Aug 2, 2026, at Wheeler Park in Oklahoma City. Choose from kids dash, 1 mile, 5K, quarter or half plus a virtual option, enjoy aid stations, postrace awards and a race rally.

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.

Experience the Buena Vista Pack Burro Race in Colorado on August 2, 2026 with long and short courses and options to compete with or without a burro. Finishers enjoy a gift, pizza buffet, free photos and small town Triple Crown charm.

Take on the Lory Summer Trail Series at Lory State Park in Fort Collins: four midweek chip timed trail races across August with points, awards, and vintage Gnar shirts. Enjoy pizza and post race drinks for a fun community vibe.

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..

Test your limits at the Kansas City Backyard Ultra at Mill Creek Park on the Country Club Plaza, featuring a Last Runner Standing contest plus 3, 6, 9 and 12 hour timed events. Run hourly 4.17 mile loops beside the J C Nichols Fountain for..