Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience the beauty of Western Maryland at Rocky Gap State Park with 25K and 50K trail races. Run solo or join a relay team to navigate three distinct loops featuring scenic lake views and ridge traverses.

A rugged trail race at Pawtuckaway State Park featuring technical terrain, boulders, streams and a rocky climb. It offers a half marathon and a 5 mile option and lists $7500 in prize money for 2026.

A trail event in Wellsboro PA on October 11, 2026 offering 15K, 25K and a 50K through technical single-track and steep climbs in Tioga State Forest.

A Halloween themed race day in Lewis Center with distances from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon, plus a virtual option, chip timing, awards, free photos, and event swag for most distances.

A 5K trail run/walk in Powers, Michigan on October 11, 2026, held on wooded trails to raise funds for people in the mountains of Honduras; registration runs Jan 13 to Oct 10 with a $40 fee.

Spooky Sprint in Indianapolis on October 11 2026 offers races from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon plus a virtual option. The event includes race swag, chip timing for timed races, free photos and finish-line treats.

Mud Factor Lubbock is a 5k mud and obstacle run at TNT Raceway on October 11, 2026, with adult and KIDZ family waves; waivers and photo ID are required.

Looped single track trail runs in Meriden Kansas offering 6.75 mile loops for distances up to 40 miles on rocky technical trails with staffed and remote aid.

A community trail event on October 11, 2026 at Bretton Woods Recreation Center in Darnestown, MD offering a 5K trail run and a 1 mile walk. The event raises funds and awareness for addiction prevention, education, and support.

A community 5K and 1 mile fun run on October 11, 2026 supporting Unified programs at Beckwith and Dighton Middle Schools. Fees vary by registration period and registered runners receive T-shirts and awards for top finishers.

A fully human powered 100K in Norway, Maine mixing 25k of trail running and 75k of cycling across six preserves, offered as solo and duo with charitable beneficiaries.

A chip-timed 5K trail run at Fallasburg Park through fall foliage with a historic covered bridge, Robinette’s donuts and a chance at $2,000 in prizes.

Scary Rat Race is a 4 mile off road trail run at Spring Meadow Golf Course in Farmingdale, NJ on October 11, 2026, featuring hand held timing, a finisher gift, free registration, and event merchandise for sale.

Charity timed event in Savannah featuring a 1/3 mile loop with cobblestones and a one way stone staircase; choose 1 or 2 hour races.

Beach run at Sandy Neck Beach with 3K and 5K sand courses; proceeds help fund MSOA scholarships for marine biology students.

A fall ultramarathon on the Ice Age Trail near Greenbush, Wisconsin offering 50 mile and 50K out and back courses. Aid stations are spaced four to eight miles and the event is cupless with reusable cups provided at check in.

A community trail event in Lock Haven on Oct 11, 2026 honoring Cody Myers with run and ruck options and proceeds supporting a local scholarship.

A pickle-themed Halloween obstacle event in Wallkill, NY with an adult 5K and a 1K kids course, themed medals, costumes, mud, and a community-focused Donate a Dragon 3D printing project.

A scenic **5K** trail run and walk at Blydenburgh County Park on October 11, 2026 with in-person and virtual options. Participants receive a race tee, on course hydration and age group recognition while proceeds benefit a local running foun..

Community race in Schenley Park on 11 October 2026 with a 5 km adult course and a 1 km kids loop, packet pickup and a republic-shaped finisher medal. The event features an autumn picnic by the Czech and Slovak school and on-site refreshment..