Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

A remote point-to-point trail event on Kachess Ridge in the Cascades, offering 50K and 50-mile options, alpine ridgeline views, a summit lookout, remote aid stations, and camping at the Salmon La Sac SnoPark finish.

A six hour trail challenge in Oklahoma City where runners complete a 5K each hour for up to six laps. Finish all six to earn the OUTLAST medal and compete for local and national prizes including cash awards.

A memorial 5K trail run at Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center in Parkton, MD, with a 5K, 1-mile walk, kids dash, team entries, and an In Spirit donation option. Proceeds support a scholarship fund and a post-race festival offers food an..

A themed 5K and a 500 m kids run on August 22, 2026 at East Davidson High School in Thomasville, NC. The event uses a campus cross country course, encourages decade attire, and includes an award for best dressed.

A 5K trail fun run through the hills of Butternut Valley in Garrattsville, NY on August 22, 2026, presented by Butternut Valley Alliance as part of the Butternut Valley Days celebration; registration fee is $35.

A 5K trail race in Evergreen, Colorado on August 22, 2026, routed through lower Elk Meadow Park with course marshals. The event is cup-free, offers water refills at start and finish, and includes vendor tents and on-site food.

Trail races at Turpin Meadow Ranch in Jackson Hole on August 22, 2026 support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation. Distances include 30K, Half Marathon and 8K with packet pickup at Red Cliffs Lodge and shuttle service to the start.

Loop based trail event at Cliff Cave Park on a marked 3.1-mile (5K) loop with a stocked aid station and varied terrain by the Mississippi River. Distances range from 5K to 50K and athletes may stop after any completed loop.

Continuous 40 or 50 mile loop racing on a 3.1 mile trail at Cliff Cave Park with a fully stocked aid station each lap and a 12 hour cutoff. The course features wooded hillsides, limestone bluffs and Mississippi River overlooks.

A trail ultramarathon at Prospect Acres Ranch where runners complete repeated 2.2 mile laps in 2, 4, or 8 hour formats. Field camping is available Friday evening and registration is $40 with proceeds supporting future events.

Timed loop event in Paul Smiths, NY with six hour, three hour, and one hour options on an approximately 4 mile natural surface loop. The festival includes live music and food alongside the race.

An Alice in Wonderland themed night event at Echo Canyon State Park featuring a 1.8 mile reservoir loop and multiple unusual race formats from timed loops to dice-based team runs.

Leopold’s Preserve 5k & 10k in Broad Run, VA on August 23, 2026 features 5 km and 10 km distances, welcomes walkers, and offers virtual entry options with medal and shirt choices.

A trail running festival at Thacher State Park on August 23, 2026, offering **10K**, **13.1M**, **26.2M** and **50K** courses that share the same first 10K loop. The cupless event has multiple aid stations, post-race food, and medals for ma..

A trail race at Paul Douglas Forest Preserve on August 23, 2026 offering approximate 4, 9.5 and 13 mile options. Part of the Dick Pond Athletics series with proceeds supporting the Chicago Area Mountain Bikers.

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run at North Carolina Motorsports Park on August 23, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to participants aged 7 and up. The event emphasizes fun and teamwork rather than competition.

A trail event at Granite Beach on August 23, 2026 offering 5K and 10K courses for runners and their dogs, with finisher medals and dog bandanas; aid stations provide drinks and gels and dogs have their own water.

Run through the scenic reservoir lakes and forests of Pennsylvania on a fast and flat trail course. Support clean water initiatives while enjoying an out and back race in the beautiful Roaring Creek Tract.

A 5K cross-country race at Waters Farm in Sutton, MA, marking the fourth running of the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic with on-site parking, finish-line water and fruit, portable toilets, and awards for individual and team results.

Experience an engaging 8 mile trail race through the winding singletrack of Fredericksburg. Navigate rolling hills and punchy climbs in this focused event supported by the local running community.