Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Scenic, mostly downhill run from Snoqualmie Pass to North Bend, featuring the Snoqualmie Tunnel and big net drops ideal for PRs. Registration is paused while organizers assess trail damage and consider alternate routes.

Choose a 50K, 10 Miler, 10K or 5K at the Marlette Races around Spooner Lake, running scenic singletrack with sweeping Lake Tahoe and Marlette Lake views. Finishers get a medal, event shirt, post race food and photos.

Choose a 50K, 10 Miler, 10K or 5K at the Marlette Races around Spooner Lake, running scenic singletrack with sweeping Lake Tahoe and Marlette Lake views. Finishers get a medal, event shirt, post race food and photos.

Run the Buckeye Ultra, a scenic road ultramarathon from Lake Erie to Wellsville offering 203 mile and 100 mile options each August. Tackle rolling hills, long flats and small town scenery, run self supported or with crew and earn a Buckeye..

Join the Flag Rock 5K Trail Run in Norton, Virginia on August 13 as part of the High Knob Outdoor Fest. Tackle scenic trails around Flag Rock and support the festival as all proceeds help keep the outdoor celebration going.

Bigfoot 200 is a point to point ultramarathon through Mount St. Helens country, spanning roughly 200 miles of lava fields, ridgelines, old growth forest and river crossings. Expect rugged volcanic scenery and nonstop endurance.

Take on a 20 mile single track trail run around Mount St. Helens near Cougar, Washington, winding through lava fields, stream crossings and old growth forest. Rugged, scenic and unforgettable for trail lovers.

Jigger Johnson Ultras offers rugged, technical trail races in New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest, August 14 to 16, 2026. Choose 20, 50 or 100 mile routes that test navigation, endurance and reward big mountain views.

Summit North Trail Runs brings a weekend of rugged trail racing to Spirit Mountain in Duluth on August 14 and 15, 2026. Multiple distances from a 5K to half marathon plus kids races tackle steep climbs, winding singletrack and Ely's Tunnel.

Run a scenic 9 mile course through Kohler Andrae State Park, with beach, boardwalk and woodland trails along Lake Michigan. Expect mostly flat terrain, unique cordwalk sections, and post race snacks in this second annual event.

Marquette Trail 50 returns August 14 to 15, 2026 with 50 mile, 50 kilometer and a Friday kids mile. Take on rugged single track, big climbs and scenic Lake Superior shoreline for a true trail challenge.

Take on the San Juan Softie 100, a 100 mile mountain ultra out of Durango, Colorado, that winds through San Juan peaks at nearly 10,000 ft with over 20,000 ft of vertical gain. Runners have a 38 hour cutoff.

Run looped trails at the Dog Days of Summer Trail Race in Grandview to support Flying Pigs Sanctuary and animals in rural Tennessee. Timed events from 1 hour to 24 hour on 1 or 3 mile loops, plus free tent camping and a glamping auction.

Hit twisty trails and climbs at Black Copperhead Sting in Belmont NC on August 15, 2026, with 50K, 25K or 5K loop options. Aid stations offer savory and sweet fuel and finishers earn a one of a kind handmade pottery medal.

Wy’east Trailfest at Mt Hood Meadows on August 15 and 16, 2026 is a weekend of alpine trail racing from kids runs to a 50 Miler, climbing to 8,000 feet. Expect marked courses, full aid, chip timing, pro photos and a lively finish festival.

Run rugged single track and river crossings at MD Heat Trail Race in Patapsco Pickall, Elkridge MD. Choose 25K or 50K and expect big climbs, technical rock sections, helpful aid stations and a finish with food and beer.

Tackle scenic single track and fire roads in Malibu Creek State Park, with steep climbs, ocean views and canyon heat. Distances from 25k to 75k, prizes and age group awards, plus post race food, free photos, beer and sports massage.

Challenge yourself on the Cirque Series at Alta UT: a scenic but technical 7.1 mile mountain course with 2,545 ft of climb and a ridge finish on Mt Baldy. Expect steep singletrack, alpine views and a capped, competitive field.

Run the scenic Medicine Bow Rail Trail near Lake Owen in the Snowy Range mountains with marathon and half marathon courses on a gravel route and stunning alpine views. All finishers get a medal and shirt and proceeds support trail upkeep.

Southern Fried 50/50 is a scenic trail ultramarathon in Columbus, Georgia, along the Fall Line Trace and RiverWalk. Aid stations serve fried chicken, Georgia watermelon and sweet tea, and summer heat can be a factor.