Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience a unique trail race through historic train tunnels and across towering trestles in Montana. Run along the Continental Divide Trail on a course featuring rolling terrain and scenic mountain passes.

A trail ultra at Whiterock Conservancy in Coon Rapids, Iowa, offering 50K and 50-mile courses over multiple looped trails, with proceeds donated to the conservancy and on-course aid stations every 7–8 miles.

An ultra running event in Creede offering 50 mile and 100 mile courses across the San Isabel and Rio Grande National Forests over two days, organized by Tempest Adventures under a USDA Forest Service permit.

A scenic out-and-back trail event near McCloud, CA offering 10K, 30K, and 50K distances on a mostly flat course with stocked aid stations, finisher medals, and proceeds supporting the Great Shasta Rail Trail.

Test your limits at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline with three 6 or 12 hour endurance runs on a scenic coastal loop. Enjoy a party atmosphere with an all day picnic and options for individual or team participation.

This multi-distance running event at the University of Houston features races from a kids dash to a half marathon. All finishers get a medal and shirt, with special Bigfoot trophies for top performers. The day includes a festive atmosphere..

A multi-format trail event on the ancient sand dunes of Jupiter Ridge offering races from a 5k-style loop up to a 102-mile hundo, featuring soft sand terrain, significant elevation gain, heat management considerations, and qualifier rules f..

Trail races of 9 miles and 18 miles at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, AL featuring climbs to Double Oak Mountain and a run through Peavine Gorge. Field size is limited to 300 runners and shirt guarantee ends July 7.

Camp Lug-A-Chug is a volunteer hike to carry water up a volcano for a race. It's a roughly 9-mile round trip where you can camp, share stories, and even compete for a free race entry. There's no cost to join this community effort.

Trail races on Colorado’s Grand Mesa with 50-mile, 55K and 30K options across high-elevation mountain trails. Camping is available and the event includes prizes, finisher awards, a raffle, food and beer.

Experience an empowering 10k trail race at Brighton Resort with 2000 feet of vertical climbing. Run or hike through wildflowers and shaded forests before celebrating with pancakes at the finish line village.

Trail races in Sisters, OR offering a half marathon and 5K with scenic views from Potato Hill. Entries include a two for one Hoodoo lift voucher and top finishers win season passes.

This unique trail run winds through scenic blueberry bushes at Montrose Orchards in Michigan. The event features a chip-timed 5K and a family friendly fun run, coinciding with the summer harvest season. Registration includes a finisher meda..

Experience a scenic run through the 868 Estate Vineyards in Purcellville. Choose between 5k and 10k distances or participate virtually for an afternoon of outdoor activity at a Virginia vineyard.

Experience the twisty single track and scenic farm fields of Germantown at this trail running event. Participants can choose between two distances while supporting local non profits in Montgomery County.

A summer ultra in Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown WV featuring rocky technical trails and a 50k with almost 6,000 feet of climb. The looped course has multiple aid stations and careful markings.

Run a half marathon on a scenic trail loop through Delta Junction's agricultural fields. This inaugural summer event offers a flat, unpaved course with mountain views, open to walkers and runners aged 10 and up.

A night trail event at Little Mulberry Park in Dacula, Georgia featuring 7.3 mile and 3.3 mile courses. The longer course includes about 850 ft of vertical gain and a midway aid station with bathrooms.

Experience one of the oldest trail ultras in the nation on a rugged 50 mile out and back course featuring scenic Lake Superior overlooks and the iconic Swinging Bridge.

Trail runners and hikers can choose from an 8-mile race, a challenging 25k mountain race, or an 8-mile hike at Hungry Mother State Park. The event finishes with awards, music, and games in a scenic setting with camping options.