Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Explore seven walker friendly trail races across Waukesha County and Wisconsin state parks from April to October 2026. Choose 5K 10K half marathon or ruck distances, bring reusable hydration, and chase series points into a final championshi..

The John Colter Run is a rugged 7 mile course at Missouri Headwaters State Park with muddy trails and waist deep river crossings that test adventurous runners. Limited to 300, it ends with awards, a barbecue, beer and live music.

Run scenic loops at Lincoln State Park with marathon, 14K or 5K options through woods and gravel. Aid stations, marathon drop bags and eco friendly finisher mementos make this a welcoming trail event.

Run or walk the Lake Conestee 8k on Sept 20, a scenic 5 mile loop through natural trails and boardwalks at Lake Conestee Nature Park. Proceeds support the Upstate Running Club youth team and finishers get medals, pancakes and pro photos.

Run a scenic 13.6 mile loop from High Knob Observation Tower near Norton Virginia, climbing through forest roads with sweeping mountain views. Proceeds support trail maintenance and all finishers earn medals.

Run scenic single track and rolling prairies at Twisted Roots on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at High Cliff State Park, WI, with marathon and half marathon distances. Expect technical trails, lake views, friendly aid stations and a post race..

Join the Spoonbread Festival 5K in Berea, Kentucky on September 20 for a friendly flat and fast run or a relaxed 1 mile fun walk along the scenic Berea City Trail. Enjoy chip timing, commemorative shirts, music, food and a water stop while..

Take on scenic Catalina State Park with a 9.3 mile trail challenge or a family friendly 5k run and walk on Sunday September 20, 2026. Enjoy smooth singletrack, one climb, a homemade Mexican breakfast, finisher shirts, photos and medals.

Run scenic urban trails through Theodore Wirth Park and finish with craft brews at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K or 5K with weekend family fun and proceeds benefiting the Loppet Foundation.

Discover the scenic trails of Yellow River State Forest in Iowa's driftless region near Harpers Ferry with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Tackle varied terrain, soak up valley views, and enjoy camaraderie and post race fun.

The Bear is a scenic point to point 100 mile race from Logan to Bear Lake on Sept 25, 2026, running through pines, golden aspen and red maples in the Wasatch Cache National Forest. With a 36 hour cutoff it is a qualifier for Hardrock, Weste..

Mammoth Trailfest is a three day trail running festival in Mammoth Lakes with races from a kids 1K to a challenging 50K plus a lively village celebration. Enjoy scenic mountain courses, finishers medals, live timing and gondola access.

Run Nebraska's Cowboy Trail from Norfolk to Valentine in the Cowboy 200, a point to point ultra with 100 mile and 200 mile distances. Mostly flat crushed limestone and many railway bridges make for a scenic, runnable adventure.

Red Feather Trail Jamboree in Red Feather Lakes Colorado offers a weekend of scenic singletrack racing, camping and a community dinner at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. Choose 50 Mile, 50K or Half Marathon, capped at 500 runners.

Echo 136 is a 136 mile trail ultra through the scenic Southern Unit of Kettle Moraine State Forest near Whitewater, Wisconsin, following the Ice Age State Trail. Runners have 55 hours to tackle varied terrain with stocked aid stations along..

Run five Northeast Kingdom peaks in the Westmore Mountain Challenge, a mountain marathon through peak fall foliage on scenic trails. All proceeds benefit NorthWoods Stewardship Center and local trail conservation.

Run the Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival in Westcliffe, Colorado on September 26 and 27, 2026. Choose distances from 8 mile to 100 mile and soak up rugged high country single track, well stocked aid stations, and a lively trail community.

Anchorage United Nations Run : 2025 event status The 2025 Anchorage United Nations Run was cancelled due to an error in the permitting office that delayed approval. The organizers plan to hold the event next year on September 26, 2026. Purp..

Race high alpine trails in Crested Butte, Colorado with 50 mile, 55K and 35K options that showcase mountain meadows, ridgelines and fall foliage. Expect big climbs, stunning views and a festival finish with custom swag for all finishers.

Choose a 30K or 50K and tackle scenic single track and forest roads around Buena Vista, Colorado, with sweeping Collegiate Peaks views. Part of 14er Fest, this trail race mixes rugged desert style sections with festival weekend energy.