Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Run a scenic 5K through the wooded trails of Salamonie Lake in Andrews, Indiana, with chip timing and a friendly community vibe. Stick around for pancakes and fresh sweet corn while supporting local park programs.

Run the Triple Dam 10K in Perkinsville VT on a scenic loop of grassy trails, dirt roads and a shallow river crossing. Open to runners and walkers, this fundraiser for Springfield XC finishes by a swimming hole with post race treats.

Run the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic at Waters Farm in Sutton, a spike friendly 5K cross country loop and USATF New England Grand Prix stop. Perfect for teams and individual racers, with finish line snacks and a nearby after party.

Enjoy a scenic trail 5k or 10k through Leopold's Preserve in Broad Run, Virginia on Aug 23, 2026, with chip timing, medals and a tech shirt. Walkers and virtual participants are welcome and races earn points toward year long series.

Old Ephraim 200 is an epic point to point mountain ultramarathon from Logan, Utah, covering 215 miles and 40,000 feet of climbing through remote single track, forests and meadows. Expect rugged, scenic solitude and a legendary aid station.

Run a 50 kilometer ultramarathon amid the art and dust of Burning Man at Pink Lightning Camp. This volunteer run event is free with a Burning Man ticket and offers a lively community vibe and an unforgettable desert challenge.

The Lory Summer Trail Series will take place in Bellvue on Tuesday 25 August 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.

Join the XC Summer Series, a friendly weekly cross country 5K on Tuesday nights in Parsippany from April 28 to September 1, 2026. All ages and abilities welcome, walkers included, with chip timing and after race refreshments.

Run the Goats In The Dark 5k in Helena MT on August 28, a nighttime trail through Mount Helena's switchbacks and singletrack. Headlamps are required and you can catch sunset views before the trail settles into pleasant late August night air..

Run through scenic trails at Talon Winery with 5K and 10K cross country courses, then celebrate with live music and a tasting. All finishers get an award and adults receive a drink ticket for one glass of Talon wine.

Hit the forest trails at Dirt Farm Brewing on August 29, 2026 for the Inferno 5k and 10k. Tackle a scenic, technical loop, earn a finisher medal and a Dri FIT shirt, and toast with a glass of Dirt Farm beer. Virtual option available.

Tackle rugged single track at Wilson State Park with a challenging 50K or a scenic 13 mile half marathon that offers sweeping Wilson Lake views and big climbs. Finishers take home a wooden medal or an iconic 50K buckle.

Run rugged singletrack around Mount St. Helens on August 29, 2026, choosing 50K, 20 Miler, or Half Marathon from the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater Lake. Camping, aid stations, chip timing, and epic volcanic views await.

Experience the Midwest States 100 in Westboro, Wisconsin on August 29 and 30, 2026 with 50K, 100K, and 100 mile options across scenic Ice Age Trail terrain. Small field and grassroots vibe make this a welcoming summer ultra.

Take on the scenic 50 mile Baker Trail UltraChallenge, a point to point ultramarathon across forests and country roads with about 6,200 feet of climbing. Run solo or with a relay team and earn a piece of a three piece commemorative medal fo..

Experience a spirited trail running weekend with 50 mile and 50K ultras plus marathon and half marathon options, famed for huge finisher medals and a lively post race party. Registration for 2026 is closed but a wait list will open soon.

Run a challenging 7.1 mile mountain course at Grand Targhee on August 29, 2026, climbing over 2,200 ft and topping out near 9,920 ft. Expect steep technical trails, spectacular views, aid stations, and a competitive field capped at 500.

Run technical trails through old growth forest, waterfalls and steep climbs at the Salt Springs Field, Forest & Falls Trail Races. Choose 5K, 10K or a grueling 50K five loop challenge while supporting park trail conservation.

Tackle the Labor Day Slay at Queeny Park on August 29, 2026 with 5K, 10K, 10K Ruck or half marathon options on a marked trail loop that all start together. Expect chip timing, aid stations and a finisher medal.

Run Rock Hawk Trail Races at Philip S. Miller Park in Castle Rock with 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K on rolling singletrack and scenic ridge views. Proceeds support open space and the race offers chip timing and live split tracking.