Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Cross country meet at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia featuring men's 8,000 meter and women's 6,000 meter college/open races. Both courses are described as true cross country routes and include Flagpole, Parachute and Nursery Hills.

Trail-based multi-distance races on the towpaths in Upper Black Eddy, PA, with aid stations, onsite tent camping, awards, and donations to local preservation groups.

A timed 5K at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge in Pittsboro with three gravel loops through fields and forests, a family friendly Fun Run to the new pig habitat, food vendors, awards, and proceeds supporting The Pig Project.

A two day trail event at John Bryan State Park on October 10 and 11, 2026 featuring half marathons, 10K and 5K races, a 20K relay, and a six hour timed event. A Pack Pass provides entry to all 2026 events.

Community run at PLU Meadows Disc Golf Course offering a 1K kids run and a 5K. Proceeds support local youth running programs and a college scholarship.

A loop trail half marathon in Bountiful, Utah on October 10, 2026, that runs up North Canyon and down Mueller Park Trail. The route includes single track through pines, a five hour time cap, and amenities such as a wood burned medal and shu..

A loop endurance event near Castle Rock, Colorado honoring two women with long lives. Choose **104 miles** or **52 miles** on a 3.25-mile loop, with solo and relay options plus camping, food trucks, and live music.

An off road run at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville on October 10, 2026, with 4 mile and 8 mile options. Entry is limited and Ellicottville Brewing will provide after race refreshments.

A community 5K run and walk on the Five Star Trail in Greensburg, PA, held October 10, 2026, with a mostly flat course and proceeds supporting a memorial scholarship fund for local Christian education.

A 6 kilometer cross country race on the GE Vernova campus in Greenville SC featuring mixed surfaces and a closed course. Participants receive socks and age group awards; corporate shield team selection is required at registration.

An informal, no-fee 45 mile loop around Flagstaff that requires self-navigation with a GPX file. Participants must bring assigned food or drink contributions and be prepared to carry most of their own supplies.

Trail race in Lynchburg featuring a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 3.1 mile 5K at Hydaway Outdoor Center, with awards, finisher prizes, and race shirts.

Community 5K and a 0.5 mile youth run at Pitney Meadows Community Farm on October 10, 2026. The mixed surface, spectator friendly course runs on grass and stone dust and raises funds for the farm's programs.

A 5K ranch run from the Wyoming Pure building across pavement, gravel and two-track pasture roads with cattle, horses and views of Laramie Peak; proceeds support the Marge Cares Foundation and Wheatland Cross Country Team.

A community-hosted 5K run or walk at Wild River State Park in Center City, Minnesota, held each year on the second Saturday in October. Registration opens in July and the course may change depending on trail conditions.

A community 5K and 1 mile walk in Flower Mound supporting WINNING THE FIGHT, offering chip timing, age group awards, T shirt distribution, and pre race packet pickup.

An annual 5K road and trail run in Macon, Georgia on October 10, 2026 supporting the Masonic Home of Georgia. The entry-level course crosses tree-covered rolling hills on the campus and includes a commemorative race t-shirt.

Annual mud run in San Bernardino with a 5K for individuals and teams and a 1K kids race on October 10, 2026.

A community 5K at Duke Island Park on October 10, 2026, run on a flat, paved trail alongside the Raritan River. Proceeds support Family & Community Services of Somerset County, which provides mental health and addiction services.

A one-day trail event at Bluff Creek Park on October 10, 2026 offering distances from 5K to 50K including a 15K ruck. Courses use singletrack loops, aid stations are provided, and participants receive a shirt and finisher medal.