Explore the best trail runs in the United States for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 3894 exciting races across the country. Find your next race in the United States below and join the running community at these great events!
Experience a 5K trail loop through the scenic Leelanau State Park in Northport. All participants receive a custom finisher medal and a race shirt with professional chip timing included.
A 5K event at DeLeon Springs State Park offering in-person and virtual options, chip timing, race shirt and medal, and fundraising support for Friends of DeLeon Springs State Park.
10K trail race in Hannibal, MO on October 17, 2026 featuring technical single track, age group awards, cash prizes, and a three hour cutoff.
An urban 5K adventure race and a shorter untimed fun run at Independence Landing in Tallahassee on October 17, 2026. The 5K features at least five challenges along the route and finishers receive medals.
A 24 hour challenge at Tyler State Park where runners complete ten 5k loops over a full day and night. The course runs on dirt trails with rocks, roots and possible mud, and tent camping is available at the Blackjack area.
A 6 hour weighted trail race in Mansfield MA where lap distance is multiplied by the weight carried to produce Kz on an out and back course of at least 2.5 miles.
Cedar City Uphill Ultra on October 17, 2026 offers three loops of the "C" trail with about 7,500 feet of climbing on 100% dirt trail through sagebrush, fir and aspen.
Bee the Light 5K is the fifth annual charity run at Southeastway Park with a paved *3.1 Miles* course and family-oriented park features; all registration proceeds support the International Rett Syndrome Foundation.
An 8.5 mile trail race through DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard NC, with about 1,000 feet of climb and proceeds benefiting the Friends of DuPont State Forest.
A 20 mile loop on Sewanee's Perimeter Trail with three aid stations, starting and finishing at the Mountain Goat Visitor Center and supporting the Perimeter Trail Fund.
A 5k cross country race run in two loops around Willow Hill Reservoir next to Folsom High School, part of the Pacific Association USATF Cross Country Grand Prix, with a $75 bonus for breaking an age group record.
A 5 mile walk and run on October 17, 2026 supporting the Strive Scholarship with apple treats at the finish and an orchard store on site.
A trail running event at Jacks Valley Elementary School featuring fire roads and single track with steep sections and scenic views, multiple distance options, mapped courses in CalTopo, and no finisher or division awards.
Last Person Standing on a 4.167 mile loop at Westminster Park in Rock Hill SC, repeated hourly until one runner remains, with crew spots and on-course aid.
A trail 5k run/walk at Birchfield Park in Holt on October 17, 2026, with age group awards, guaranteed shirts while supplies last, group pricing options, and proceeds benefiting Island City Academy.