Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run Texas trails at Habanero Hundred, August 21 to 23, 2026, with distances from new Habanero 135 and 100 mile to 10K and relays. Chip timing, shirts, free photos and belt buckles for 100 mile and 100 kilometer finishers.

Challenge high elevation trails above historic Telluride with 13, 24 or 40 mile courses across alpine tundra, exposed ridgelines and mountain passes. Big climbs, epic views and true mountain running in the San Juan Mountains.

Explore rugged single track in Shawnee National Forest at Camp Ondessonk, with sandstone canyons, waterfalls and Salomon Ridge views across distances from a half to 100 Mile. Treehouse lodging, aid stations and buckle or medal finishes awai..

Experience the Post Canyon Half Marathon in Hood River Oregon on August 22 2026, a scenic trail race with waterfalls, mountain views and roughly 2300 ft of climbing. Enjoy aid stations, finisher swag and a lively trail atmosphere.

Firebird Trail Races on August 22, 2026 send runners on scenic single track loops through Lowell Preserve and North Falmouth Community Forest, with 13M, marathon and 50K options. Enjoy volunteer supported aid stations and a wood carved Fire..

Run the rugged Bristol Hills Branch on a 100K point to point ultramarathon through the Finger Lakes, mostly single track with big climbs and scenic views. With a 20 hour cutoff and UTMB and Western States qualifying status, it rewards grit.

Rugged single track trails at Hyner Run State Park offer a bold 14 mile route or a steep 7K with over 1,000 feet of climbing. Limited entries and required qualifiers make this a serious, supported trail challenge with aid and post race food..

Gravel Worlds Run Series brings a multi distance trail weekend to Lincoln, Nebraska with 5k up to 50k on scenic gravel and dirt roads. Expect hilly sustained climbs, self supported racing with aid stations and double and relay options.

Tackle the legendary Leadville Trail 100, a 100 mile out and back ultramarathon through the high Colorado Rockies with steep climbs, technical singletrack and alpine passes up to 12,500 feet. Expect epic views, serious altitude and belt buc..

Run the Dark Horse Trail Series at Tryon Equestrian Center on Aug 22, 2026. Choose marathon, half or 10K over scenic 6.5 mile loops with rolling climbs and packed dirt trails, then enjoy stables tours, camping, swag and live results.

Run the Byers Peak Stampede in Fraser Colorado for a scenic half marathon or 5K on high country dirt roads with Rocky Mountain views. Family and dog friendly event with proceeds benefiting families affected by cancer.

Run the inaugural Crusader Cross Country Classic in Muskegon on Aug 22, 2026 a fun community 5k with a stadium finish. Open to high school teams, alumni and locals, the race has chip timing and supports MCC running programs.

Staunton Rocks! Marathon and Half deliver high altitude singletrack through Staunton State Park, offering sweeping mountain views, alpine wildlife, and serious vertical gain. With just 150 spots per distance, this rugged trail run fills fas..

Run the 12th annual Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs in Ruidoso, New Mexico on August 22, 2026, with scenic, challenging routes from a kid's dash to a heavy half marathon. Enjoy shirts, engraved stone finisher coasters, pro photos, showers and..

Run The Hawk at Blackhawk Ski Club in Middleton, WI on August 22 invites runners to chase laps on a rolling 2.25 mile loop in 3, 6, or 12 hour timed events, or enjoy the shorter Fun Run. Mixed trail surfaces, a steep climb, and team relay o..

Challenge yourself at the Ridge to Blazing Ridge Trail Race in Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham AL, with 10 Miler and 20 Miler options over rugged mountain trails. Expect heat and a tough course with aid stations on the route and a required..

Take on the Jug End Loop Ultra at Jug End State Reservation on August 22, 2026. Run or walk a rolling 4.2 mile loop as many times as you can in six hours through woods, fields, and an apple orchard while supporting local charities.

Test your grit at Death by 5k Brandon, a 24 hour challenge of ten 5k legs run every 2.5 hours from RunStrong Training Center in Brandon, Mississippi. Enjoy meals, games and camaraderie, earn swag and a custom finisher coffin if you finish.

Run the Rails in Elburn on August 22, 2026 is a community fundraiser at Prairie Park supporting the Elburn Parks Commission. Choose a 1 mile fun run, a 4 mile or 7 mile race, earn kid medals and age group awards and celebrate local parks.

Run a scenic high altitude 10K at Pajarito Mountain in Los Alamos, climbing above 10,200 feet with about 1,350 feet of ascent before a thrilling singletrack descent back to Pajarito Lodge. Summit aid station provided and hikers are welcome.