Trail Running Calendar United States 2025-2026

Explore trails at Lake Hodges in San Diego on October 17 and 18, 2026 at the Trail Festival, featuring trail runs, mountain biking and a new off road run, bike, run challenge. Distances range from kids fun runs to a 50K for seasoned racers.

Celebrate pups and fitness at Paws for a Cause in Denmark WI on Oct 17 2026, with canicross and solo trail runs at several distances. Costume contests, Paw Parazzi photos, vendors and food benefit Crisis Cafe.

Celebrate SPACEROCK Trail Race at Vasquez Rocks on October 17, 2026 with 5K to 14 mile options across technical, rocky canyons and single track. Mark the 10th anniversary with rugged scenery, on course aid, and finisher swag and photos.

Join the Medoc Trail Races at Medoc Mountain State Park in Hollister NC for 5 mile and 10 mile looped trail runs that climb a summit and wind along waterways. Expect rugged single track, aid stations and a festive finish.

Run through lush forests and waterfalls at the 16th annual Silver Falls trail races in Silverton Oregon on Saturday October 17 2026. Choose from a 50K, marathon or 7 miler with limited entries opening August 1 2026.

Join the Monster Dash 5K trail run at Carolina Beach State Park on Saturday October 17 2026. Celebrate Great Trails State Day, fund youth running, and enjoy scenic trails and community spirit.

Run gravel roads along the Illinois River at Pumpkin Holler Hunnerd, offering distances from 10+ miles to 100 miles and a Gravel Smasher bike event on day two. Expect rolling hills, reliable aid stations, camping and a charity vibe.

Run rugged trails in New Mexico with Gila Endurance Runs offering 50 and 100 mile distances. The iconic Gila 100 returns October 17, 2026, with course maps and past race photos to inspire your entry.

Join the Jaimie Cox Memorial Run in Roscoe IL on October 17, 2026 for a family friendly 5K or 2 mile walk along the scenic Stone Bridge Trail. Run for a cause as proceeds support the Jaimie Cox Memorial Scholarship.

Hit the trails at Pawnee Lake for the Angry Cow Trail Run #3 in Lincoln on October 17. Choose 3 mile, 6 mile or 12 mile routes and enjoy a friendly race day with beanies, medals, snacks and drinks.

Enjoy a scenic 3 mile trail run at Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton on October 17, followed by wine, BBQ, live music and a souvenir wine glass. Adults 21 and up get timed racing, a race shirt and a festive post race party.

Celebrate Day of the Dead in Houston with a festive half marathon and shorter distances, plus a costume contest and virtual option. Enjoy music, finisher medals, and a family friendly race atmosphere.

Run scenic glaciated woodlands and rolling ridges at the Black River Trail Classic in Millston WI with options from 10k to the 85k ultra. Expect well marked trails, hot finish line food, a winter hat and wooden finisher medals.

The Wisconsin Trail Series will take place in Oconomowoc on Saturday 17 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Join the Springville Apple Run at the Apple Festival for community fun on scenic dirt and single track trails in the Sierra foothills. Choose a 5K, 10K trail, 2 mile walk or kids run with chip timing.

The Lizard Peak Scramble 10K will take place in Lake Havasu City on Saturday 17 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Challenge yourself on the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run through scenic Elk State Forest near Emporium, PA, with distances from 12k to 50k and a team relay option. Aid stations on course and post race food make for a welcoming day of trail run..

Test your legs on rugged singletrack at Harriman State Park with Big Bear SquaTCh South, a half marathon or 10K on Oct 18, 2026 that supports trail maintenance. Limited to 175 runners, this sold out favorite features steep climbs rocky root..

Scenic Upper Bidwell Park hosts a half marathon with a tough early climb and a downhill finish, plus a 4 mile endurance loop with repeating laps. Aid stations, creek crossings and community fundraising add local flavor.

The Cactus Rose Endurance Trail Race in Bandera, Texas Oct 23 to 25 2026 features distances up to 100 miles with ruck and youth options on a rugged scenic loop. Expect rocky terrain, heavy elevation, chip timing and stocked aid.