Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Take on rugged single track loops at Welling Ridge Trails near Tahlequah OK with distances from 4 miles to 65k or join a team ruck relay. Enjoy rocky roots, surprise bonus miles, medals and event shirts for early registrants.

Run or walk Lori's Voice Pathways to Possibilities 5K at Kentwood's Veterans Park, with a kids Run, Roll and Stroll for all ages and abilities. Proceeds support families of children living with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.

Join the Chad Lovette Memorial Trail Run at Cub Creek Park in Wilkesboro for scenic 5K and 10K trail options plus a virtual run or walk. Support the American Cancer Society and celebrate community on beautiful local trails.

Escape to Skyline Camp for the Campfire 5K and one mile on wooded trails with rolling hills and natural obstacles, perfect for trail lovers. Finishers receive a medal and a s'more by the campfire for a cozy celebration after the run.

Join the Miles for Marshall 5K trail run and walk at Patriot's Park in Greenville to support childhood cancer efforts. Enjoy scenic trails, community spirit, and a meaningful cause this September 26, 2026.

Run scenic single track in Big South Fork with 17.5 mile and 10K options starting at Bandy Creek Campground in Oneida, TN. Camp onsite and stick around for a post race family picnic.

Celebrate the 50th annual Mount Helena Run on September 26, 2026. This scenic 9k trail climbs Mount Helena with about 1,300 feet of gain and sweeping views before returning to Last Chance Gulch in downtown Helena.

Run the Watershed 5K in Fairbanks on Sept 26, 2026 for a scenic neighborhood and trail route from The Watershed School. Proceeds benefit the school PTSA and a sourdough pancake and sausage fundraiser follows the race.

Celebrate the inaugural Utah Marathon on September 26 at Oakley Rodeo Grounds with multiple distances that showcase mountain views and western charm. Enjoy live music, tasty post race treats and a marathon finisher hoodie.

Run beneath the earth at Natural Bridge Caverns with distances from a mile youth run to 16 miles, plus Last Person Standing run and ruck divisions. Start inside the caverns and enjoy above ground attractions and a unique race day vibe.

Challenge yourself at the Vermont 50, a legendary mountain bike and ultra run at Ascutney Outdoors. Join racers, relays, vendors and kids fun races while supporting Vermont Adaptive on Sept 27, 2026.

Hit the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail on Sunday, September 27 for scenic 5K, 10K and a kids fun run on all trail terrain. Post race food and gear, leashed dogs welcome, and proceeds support the Rotary Club of Plainfield.

Experience the Raven 10K through scenic trails at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary in Lexington on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Limited to 170 runners, this 12th annual trail race features performance shirts and custom age group medals.

Run into fall in Kansas City on September 27, 2026 at the Golden Harvest Half Marathon with 5k, 10k, 1 mile, kids dash and virtual options for all ages. Expect chip timing, finisher medals and a fun festival vibe for every pace.

Celebrate fall at the Golden Harvest in Des Moines on September 27, 2026, with 1 mile, 5k, 10k and half marathon options for runners of all levels. Family friendly with kid and virtual runs, designer shirts, finisher medals and chip timed r..

Join the Live Well Community Wellness 5K on Sunday, Sept 27, 2026 for a scenic forest run along the Greenway Trail in Dolgeville, NY. Proceeds provide free sports equipment to local youth and early registrants receive a free race tee.

Costume up and run the Heroes and Villains Oklahoma City event, with distances from a kids dash to a half marathon plus virtual options. Enjoy a costume contest, live DJ, finish line photos and medals and shirts for all.

Experience the Iron Hike Fall Series, a four day trail festival in Cornwall, CT from October 1 to 4, 2026, featuring epic ultra distances and relays. Run, hike, or walk timed courses that test endurance and celebrate grit.

North Bend Trail Fest brings mountain running and outdoor demos to North Bend, Washington on October 2 to 4, 2026. Run the Skyline 30k with huge vertical gain, enjoy shorter races and an expo, and support Recovery Beyond.

Tackle rugged singletrack and rocky climbs near Emigrant Gap at the Signal Peak Trail Runs on October 3, 2026, with 50K and 24 mile options. Expect technical terrain and a summit loop that rewards 50K runners with sweeping views of Bear Val..