Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience a scenic trail journey through Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon, or relay distances in this historic Northeast Ohio endurance event.

Trail races on Grand Island in Lake Superior offering 50K, marathon and half marathon options. The route follows the island perimeter with cliffs, beaches, forested single track, two track and dirt roads.

Experience a scenic trail run along the Lake Allatoona shoreline at Red Top Mountain State Park. Choose between 3.1 or 8.85 mile courses featuring a mix of rolling hills and wooded single track paths.

Trail races in Red River New Mexico with 7.6, 14.7 and 26.5 mile courses through Carson National Forest and the Enchanted Forest ski area, plus post race food, music and local brews.

An endurance event in Corinth, Vermont that honors KIA Marines with repeated 1 mile loops and 300 feet of climbing. It features Last Man Standing, Last Rucker Standing with pack weight rules, and an Honor Lap benefiting Northeast Slopes.

A trail ultramarathon at Tickfaw State Park offering 50K and 50 mile races on a five mile loop with two aid stations, park lodging options, and wildlife along boardwalked ecosystems.

Experience technical trail running in New Hampshire with two demanding distances over the Baldfaces and Mount Meader. This event features steep ledges and panoramic views within the scenic White Mountain National Forest.

Experience an intense mountain run at Alyeska Resort featuring 3912 feet of vertical gain over 6.1 miles. This capped event offers divisions for all experience levels with cash and gear prizes for top finishers.

This backyard ultra challenges runners to complete a 4.167-mile loop each hour on Mt. Hovenberg's trails. Participants set their own distance goals, and the last person standing wins. The event supports Team RWB and is capped at 200 runners..

A trail event at Savannah Ogeechee Canal on July 25, 2026 offering 5K, 10K and 20K on a technical 3.1 mile course with live chip timing, music, finisher awards and a livestream. Organizers donate proceeds to the SOC Nature Center.

A summer trail event at West Point Lake offering a Last Man Standing format of repeated 5K loops and a 50K made of ten laps. The Turkey Run Trail course features lake views, shaded single track, some pavement, and modest elevation.

A 5K trail race in Charleston, IL on July 25, 2026, featuring forest trails, about 1,100 feet of climb, a one third mile crossing of the Embarras River, a field limited to 125, and a post-race pancake and ice cream gathering.

Experience a point to point trail journey through Central Oregon from Bend to Sisters. Choose between a 100 mile Western States qualifier or a scenic 50 mile course featuring mountain views and extensive single track trails.

Experience a unique trail race through historic train tunnels and across towering trestles in Montana. Run along the Continental Divide Trail on a course featuring rolling terrain and scenic mountain passes.

A trail ultra at Whiterock Conservancy in Coon Rapids, Iowa, offering 50K and 50-mile courses over multiple looped trails, with proceeds donated to the conservancy and on-course aid stations every 7–8 miles.

An ultra running event in Creede offering 50 mile and 100 mile courses across the San Isabel and Rio Grande National Forests over two days, organized by Tempest Adventures under a USDA Forest Service permit.

A scenic out-and-back trail event near McCloud, CA offering 10K, 30K, and 50K distances on a mostly flat course with stocked aid stations, finisher medals, and proceeds supporting the Great Shasta Rail Trail.

Test your limits at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline with three 6 or 12 hour endurance runs on a scenic coastal loop. Enjoy a party atmosphere with an all day picnic and options for individual or team participation.

This multi-distance running event at the University of Houston features races from a kids dash to a half marathon. All finishers get a medal and shirt, with special Bigfoot trophies for top performers. The day includes a festive atmosphere..

A multi-format trail event on the ancient sand dunes of Jupiter Ridge offering races from a 5k-style loop up to a 102-mile hundo, featuring soft sand terrain, significant elevation gain, heat management considerations, and qualifier rules f..