Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Three day endurance festival in the Frio Valley near Leakey, Texas offering trail and cross country runs, gravel and mountain bike races, river float and paddleboard options. Long distance finishers can earn the Frio Fanatic Belt Buckle.

STADIUMTREK at Nippert Stadium on October 2, 2026 features an individual challenge to complete 14,000 steps within a three hour window for 14ER status, plus a relay for teams of 2 to 4. Registration opens June 17, 2026 and the fee is $49.99..

A women only weekend at Cuivre River State Park with camping, hiking, night trail runs and outdoor clinics organized by Terrain Trail Runners. The free event is capped at 20 participants and hosting costs are shared among attendees.

Trail runs near Bear Valley and Lake Spaulding with a 50K and a 24 mile option. The 50K includes a summit loop with about 5,700 ft of gain, rocky sections on Signal Peak OHV Road, cupless aid stations, and finisher medals.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon at Steele Creek Park in Bristol, TN, featuring technical single track, steep climbs, creek crossings and more than 2,000 feet of elevation gain. Proceeds support park trail improvements and top finishers rece..

Obstacle course races at Nevada State University in Henderson on Oct 03 - 04, 2026 featuring Sprint and Super courses, kids races, obstacle workshops and Hurricane Heat endurance options.

A 100 mile trail endurance run through the San Gabriel back country, scheduled for October 3, 2026 with a full course change and start and finish in Altadena. The race serves as a Western States and UTMB Index qualifier.

A fall trail running event in Moab, Utah offering 15K, half marathon, marathon and 50K courses through red cliffs and desert meadows. The event uses cup less aid stations and includes free base camp camping for participants and family.

Nashville Spartan Event Weekend at Neal Farms features Sprint 5 km with 20 obstacles, Super 10 km with 25 obstacles, kids races, workshops and Hurricane Heat endurance formats. The course crosses rolling fields, dense woods and a 12 foot wi..

Experience Minnesota's largest state park on a flat trail course at St. Croix State Park. Choose from four distances including a 100K ultra featuring a climb up a historic fire tower.

Trail races along the Cape Perpetua coast near Yachats Oregon offer multiple distances across headlands beaches and rainforest. The weekend features fully marked courses with aid stations, timing, post race food and custom finisher awards.

A last person standing trail race on Hamilton Island in the Columbia River Gorge where runners repeat a 4.13 mile loop each hour and must finish each loop in under 60 minutes to continue until one runner remains.

Timed loop races at Damascus Town Park with 3, 6 and 12 hour options on a scenic one mile loop. The event includes camping along the course, live music, food trucks and awards for top finishers.

A 15 mile trail event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall, Connecticut on October 3–4, 2026, offering 7,140' of elevation gain and a 12 hour time limit. Participants may run, hike, or walk; the event is produced by a veteran owned compa..

A 30 hour trail ultra at Roosevelt Forest with a 2.23 mile loop, marked course, multiple distance options, and a 100 mile finisher buckle. Aid is centered at the pavilion and one registered pacer is allowed per runner.

Take on a 10 mile intown trail through shaded pine and hardwood at Southside Park in Atlanta on Oct 3 2026, with twisty singletrack, steep descents and creek crossings. Proceeds support MTB Atlanta and local trail stewardship.

Multiple trail distances run on a 4 mile loop at Tryon Farm with grassy fields, singletrack and short pavement. Proceeds benefit the Tryon Farm Institute and the event is part of the Crazy Legs Race Series.

Trail races at Swiss Valley Nature Center in Peosta, Iowa offer 5.2 mile loops in three distance options, with multiple loops forming the 25K and 50K. Camping, showers, and shuttle service are available for participants.

A 104 mile out and back trail race in Export, PA, covering 7,392 feet of gain along multiuse and singletrack trails in early October, with multiple aid stations, a 32 hour overall cut off and pacers allowed after Mile 62.

A 10K road race in Norton, Virginia, climbing more than 2,000 feet up to the 4,200 foot High Knob summit on October 3, 2026; entry fee is listed at USD 43.50 and registration closes October 1.