Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Experience the natural beauty of Red Top Mountain State Park with a trail run through rolling hills and wooded paths. Choose between 8.85 mile and 3.1 mile distances in this capped event focused on a quality outdoor experience.

Explore the trails of Carson National Forest at the Enchanted Forest races in Red River, New Mexico. Choose from a rugged marathon, a heavy half, or the steep Face Challenge. After your run, enjoy a festive finish with live music, local foo..

The Magnificent Bastards Challenge honors fallen Marines through endurance. Choose from a Last Runner Standing race, a weighted Last Rucker Standing event, or a single Honor Lap. All formats take place on a tough 1-mile loop in Vermont with..

Tackle a 50K or 50 mile trail race along the Tickfaw River in Louisiana's scenic state park. The 5-mile loop course passes through swamp ecosystems, with full aid stations and a 14-hour cutoff. Runners receive swag and finisher medals, with..

Experience technical trail running in New Hampshire with two demanding distances over the Baldfaces and Mount Meader. This event features steep ledges and panoramic views within the scenic White Mountain National Forest.

Experience an intense mountain run at Alyeska Resort featuring 3912 feet of vertical gain over 6.1 miles. This capped event offers divisions for all experience levels with cash and gear prizes for top finishers.

This backyard ultra challenges runners to complete a 4.167-mile loop each hour on Mt. Hovenberg's trails. Participants set their own distance goals, and the last person standing wins. The event supports Team RWB and is capped at 200 runners..

Experience a Southern summer run on the mixed single-track and boardwalk trails of the Savannah Ogeechee Canal. Choose from 5K, 10K, or 20K distances. All finishers get a commemorative drink glass.

Last at the Lake features two unique trail challenges at West Point Lake: a Last Man Standing race and a classic 50K ultra. Runners tackle a scenic 5K loop course with a mix of grassy trails, woods, and lake views. The event offers cash pri..

This unique 5K trail run sends participants splashing down a shallow riverbed for a third of a mile. With a tough hill finish and a field limited to 125 runners, it finishes with a community pancake and ice cream party.

Experience a point to point trail journey through Central Oregon from Bend to Sisters. Choose between a 100 mile Western States qualifier or a scenic 50 mile course featuring mountain views and extensive single track trails.

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.

Discover the scenic trails of Iowa's Whiterock Conservancy at this summer ultra. Choose between a 50K or 50-mile course that winds through the river valley. Your run helps support this 5,500-acre nonprofit land trust.

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.

Experience a straight and flat out and back course starting near McCloud with views of Mt Shasta. Runners enjoy fully stocked aid stations and a post race meal while supporting the preservation of 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..

Event Overview The Trident Trail Races is an annual trail running event held in late July at the Jupiter Ridge Natural Area in Jupiter, Florida. The event features multiple race distances with a focus on running on ancient sugar sand dunes..

Experience a summer trail challenge at Oak Mountain State Park featuring climbs over Double Oak Mountain and descents into Peavine Gorge with 9 and 18 mile distance options.

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.