Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A 12-mile out-and-back to Tesuque Peak in the Santa Fe National Forest, The Big T marks its 40th running on October 10, 2026, with proceeds benefiting Wings of America and a stated $5,000 fundraising goal.

Trail race in Gonzales Canyon with 10 Mile, 10K and 5K courses, featuring the steep locally named "Puke Hill" and limited to 300 runners.

A 5K fundraising run at Three Strands Vineyard and Winery on October 10 2026 with a postrace Wine and Wags event and a dog friendly course option.

Tour de Essex on October 10, 2026 at Essex Park in Rochester MN features a trail 7k, a road 10k, and an Essex Challenge for runners who enter both. All event profits support trail maintenance.

A grassroots gravel and pavement event at Melvern Lake offering a range of bike and run routes plus a rucking challenge, set along rolling hills, shoreline views, and some unique trail features.

A backyard ultra on Tushar Mountain trails where runners must complete a 3 mile loop every hour; entries are capped at 200, with tiered fees, shirts and medals, and awards including new ribbon sliders for ultra milestones.

A community run and family walk on October 10, 2026 in Pottstown, PA featuring a 5K, a 10-mile route that crosses Douglassville Bridge, and a roughly 1-mile family loop along the Schuylkill River Trail.

A multi-distance trail event in Speedway, Indianapolis using the full B&O Trail. Distances include 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on a course the organizer describes as flat and fast.

Timed trail events in Valdese offering 3, 6, and 12 hour options on a roughly 3 mile loop of trail and crushed cinder greenway, with on-site amenities and space for vendor tents.

A point to point trail race on October 10, 2026 in Slatington, PA featuring a new 10 km course that finishes 1,000 vertical feet above the Lehigh Gap. The route includes singletrack, technical sections, and varied terrain.

Lutheran Counseling Services holds the We Care 5K on October 10, 2026 in Longwood to raise funds and awareness for mental health. The event offers an in person 5K along parts of the Seminole Trail and a virtual 5K option.

A community 5K and companion kids fun run at Robbins Island Regional Park in Willmar, MN, raising funds and awareness for children and families in Haiti. The in-person 5K is officially timed and a virtual option is available.

Hog Jog in Smithfield on October 10, 2026 features an in-person 5K through Windsor Castle Park, a Piglet Kids Run, and a Virtual 5K with medals and T shirt included.

Cross country meet at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia featuring men's 8,000 meter and women's 6,000 meter college/open races. Both courses are described as true cross country routes and include Flagpole, Parachute and Nursery Hills.

Trail-based multi-distance races on the towpaths in Upper Black Eddy, PA, with aid stations, onsite tent camping, awards, and donations to local preservation groups.

A timed 5K at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge in Pittsboro with three gravel loops through fields and forests, a family friendly Fun Run to the new pig habitat, food vendors, awards, and proceeds supporting The Pig Project.

A two day trail event at John Bryan State Park on October 10 and 11, 2026 featuring half marathons, 10K and 5K races, a 20K relay, and a six hour timed event. A Pack Pass provides entry to all 2026 events.

Community run at PLU Meadows Disc Golf Course offering a 1K kids run and a 5K. Proceeds support local youth running programs and a college scholarship.

A loop trail half marathon in Bountiful, Utah on October 10, 2026, that runs up North Canyon and down Mueller Park Trail. The route includes single track through pines, a five hour time cap, and amenities such as a wood burned medal and shu..

A loop endurance event near Castle Rock, Colorado honoring two women with long lives. Choose **104 miles** or **52 miles** on a 3.25-mile loop, with solo and relay options plus camping, food trucks, and live music.