Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Take on the Mt Baldhead Challenge in Saugatuck, Michigan with a 10K plus or half marathon course that winds through trails, dunes and downtown streets. Both routes include the iconic 302 step climb and finish in Coghlin Park.

Dust off your leg warmers and neon for the Back to the 80s 5K, 10K, and 15K at Campion Trail on Sept 12, 2026. Run to a live DJ and stay for a retro post race party celebrating all things 80s.

Enjoy the Cascade Express Marathon or Half on September 12, 2026 through scenic Snoqualmie Pass, including a 2.4 mile tunnel and point to point gravel trails. The marathon is a net downhill Boston qualifying course.

Tackle volcanic alpine trails and climb to Mt. Bachelor summit near 9,000 feet at Bachelor Ascent, offering 50K, 28K, 16K and a Vertical Ascent 5K. Enjoy sweeping views, tough terrain and festival vibes in the West Village area.

Run the Mellow Trail Race Sept 12 2026 at Pace Bend Park near Spicewood Texas with a scenic finish on Lake Travis. Choose from 26.2 mile, 13.1 mile, 10k, 5k and a youth mile on technical rocky trails with staffed aid stations.

Join the Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run in scenic Seven Valleys, PA on September 12, 2026 for a fun 5K or 10K through rolling trails and forest scenery. Volunteers welcome to help keep this community event running strong.

Beat The Blerch in Carnation, WA, is a whimsical race from The Oatmeal with 5K, 10K, half and marathon options through mossy evergreen forests. Enjoy a flat out and back course on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail near strawberry farms and small..

Race the Los Angeles Sunset Trail Relay in Griffith Park with team relays, a 5K and kids run on scenic trails that showcase views of the LA River and Glendale. Enjoy live music, medals, finisher snacks and a festive finish line atmosphere.

Hit the fast rolling Sand Creek trails near Decatur with 4.4 or 7.6 mile options, in person or virtual. Enjoy a technical long sleeve shirt, finisher medal and snacks while supporting the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

Which event would you like summarized? Choose one: Green Mile Loop Challenge, North Ridge Nightmare Trail Race, Frozen Goat Challenge, or Winterfells Challenge.

Join the Newton River Festival 5k in West Newton for a scenic 5k run or walk along the Gap Trail to kick off the river festival. Stick around for food, crafts, live music and fireworks for a full day of fun.

Join Bigfoot Running Company in San Antonio for Heroes and Villains at Southside Lions Park. Choose from kids dash to half marathon, dress up for the costume contest with prizes, and stick around for music, awards and post race festivities.

Experience the Black Squirrel Half Marathon at Lory State Park near Fort Collins on September 12, 2026. This 13.5 mile trail course features rolling singletrack with sweeping reservoir and mountain views and a pint glass plus pancake breakf..

Run day or night at Hagan Stone Park in Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem, a Half Marathon and 10K on smooth marked trails with a moodier evening option. Complete both to link medals and take home a custom hoodie with post race food and photos.

Run to the Taproom at Creekside Farm Brewery in King George offers 5K and 8K trail runs through a scenic farm along the Rappahannock River. Finish with live music, food trucks and a complimentary beer for participants 21 and over.

Looped trails around William H. Harsha Lake in East Fork State Park offer distances from 15 mile to 100 mile, including 50K and 100K. Expect scenic single track, lake views and staffed aid stations on a rugged, well supported trail course.

Chimney Burn Ultra in Chimney Rock NC offers 50K, 25K and 10K trail runs featuring a dramatic out and back route past a waterfall and over long stair sections. Finishers earn handmade pottery medals from BlueGill; reg opens Jan 1 2026.

The Pincushion Hill Climb will take place in Friant on Saturday 12 September 2026. You can run 4 hours.

Challenge rugged single track and a famous boulder field at Hickory Run State Park in Jim Thorpe PA. Choose from 100K, 50K or 18 mile options on a 50K loop with big climbs and scenic trails, and earn a finisher award.

Join the Donate Life NC Hero Run in Durham on Sept 13 for a family friendly 5K, 1 mile fun run or Sleep In Superhero option along the scenic American Tobacco Trail. Proceeds support organ, eye and tissue donation outreach.