Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Trail race in Damascus, VA with 16, 30, 40 and 50 mile options along the Iron Mountain ridgeline through the Jefferson National Forest. Routes mix open forest roads and technical single track with significant climbing.

A lakeside trail run in Goshen, New Hampshire on September 5, 2026, with 3 mile and 5.7 mile courses, awards, swag, and a raffle. The longer distance awards points in the Western NH Trail Running Series.

A clockwise 71-mile circuit of the orange-blazed Massanutten Trail around Fort Valley, VA, with 13,500 ft of elevation change, scheduled aid stations, strict qualifications and enforced cut-offs; GPX and aid charts are provided.

A 5K and 10K trail run through 170 acres of restored prairie and oak savanna in Verona, Wisconsin. Proceeds support Prairie Moraine Friends and amenities include restrooms, aid stations, refreshments, and a takeaway gift.

Barn B Q Trail Festival on Saturday 9/5/2026 at Masker's Barn pairs a trail run or hike with a five hour barn party featuring BBQ, drinks, music and games. Ticket options cover adults, designated drivers, and children.

A two-day trail running festival at Jay Peak, Vermont, with seven races from a kids trail to a 53.1 km ultra featuring significant elevation gain and varied terrain, plus on-site lodging and resort amenities.

A community run in Tahoe Vista with a 5K and a 1 mile fun run across grass fields, paved bike paths and park trails. Parking and a participant hat are included, and proceeds support a park nonprofit.

A USATF sanctioned trail 5k at Hidden Valley Regional Park in Reno on September 5, 2026. Proceeds benefit Azteca FC and all participants receive a shirt, finisher medal, and sticker.

Camp Bethel PEP! 5K Run/Walk is the tenth annual trail event at Camp Bethel in Fincastle, VA. The **5K** course runs across trails, fields, and forests on 470 acres and supports Camp Bethel through fees and sponsors.

A 5K trail run and a 1/4 mile kids fun run at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary in Edgartown, MA, with scenic trails and birdlife. Proceeds benefit the sanctuary's wildlife protection, education, and conservation programs.

GRC Cross Country Daniel Boone 5K is in Winchester, KY on September 5, 2026, with a down and back course from Lincoln and East Hickman to the country club. Entry fee is $30 and shirt registration is available until August 22.

A looped endurance event inside Railroad Park in downtown Birmingham where runners repeat a 0.78 mile loop under progressively shorter cutoff times; final runners earn awards and all finishers receive a distance certificate.

The San Diego 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb will take place in San Diego on Saturday 5 September 2026.

The Loess Dirt Adventure Run in Glenwood Lake Park, Iowa on September 5, 2026 is an untimed trail event through Loess Hills terrain. The course features switchbacks, creek crossings and wooded sections, and finishers receive a Conqueror of..

An ultramarathon on Sep 5, 2026 along the Pinellas Trail in Florida, covering just over 46 miles between St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, and Dunedin; a Facebook group is listed for event updates.

A women-only backyard ultra on a 4.167 mile loop near Phoenix, NY that repeats every hour until one runner remains. The course mixes forest trails, open field sections, and a staffed homestead aid area.

Timed 3, 6, and 12 hour events on an 8.34 mile out and back paved loop in Forest City, NC, with aid stations, mileage counting points, awards, and a 50 mile buckle for 50 mile finishers.

Trail races at Mammoth Bar OHV Area in Auburn State Recreation Area on September 6, 2026. Options include a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 6.2 mile 10K, each with notable elevation gain and staffed aid stations.

Experience the natural scenery of Mount Diablo State Park through a variety of trail races. Runners can select distances ranging from 4 miles to a 50K with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area.

A rugged 50K trail ultra in the Wilcox Lake Wild Forest on September 6, 2026, starting and finishing at Harrisburg Lake. The lollipop route includes two aid stations and requires prior experience and a wait list review.