Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Join the Triple Dog Dare in Irving on August 1, 2026, featuring 5K, 10K, 15K, an untimed 1 Mile, a free Kid's Dash and a virtual option. Enjoy a participation shirt and finisher medal while supporting Encounter Church.

Looped trail races at Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park offering 5k through 30k and a 6 hour event on August 1, 2026; registration opens February 1.

A trail running event in Cimarron, New Mexico on August 1, 2026 offering 50 mile, marathon, 18 mile, and 8 mile races. Proceeds benefit Philmont Scout Ranch, a large high-adventure camp with more than 300 miles of trails.

Run the Mattawan Wildcat Road & Trail 5K, a spirited course from Mattawan Elementary winding through school fields into wooded trails. All finishers get a medal and proceeds support the Mattawan Public Education Foundation and Brainstrong.

A trail event at Left Coast Estate in Rickreall Oregon on August 1 2026 offering 10K and 5K run and walk options plus virtual choices. Proceeds support the Oak Savanna Restoration Project and include post race wine tasting and awards.

A 10k trail race at Griffin Bike Park in Terre Haute on August 1, 2026. The two lap course circles Stryker Lake with rolling hills and generally stable footing; finishers earn bonus series points based on placement.

Trail race in Goshen, Vermont beginning and ending at Blueberry Hill Inn. It offers 14 and 36 mile mountain single track routes with significant elevation gain, summit views, aid stations and primitive camping.

Steel City Human vs Horse invites runners and horseback riders to Hillman State Park to race side by side across scenic 20k, 50k, and 50 mile courses. A pre race safety meeting is required and camping is available for horses and people.

Run a scenic mountain 50K or 10K from Winter Park Resort into town with flowing singletrack, aspen groves and views of the Continental Divide. Expect changing high altitude conditions, full aid stations and a finisher award.

A flat, shaded trail loop in Palm Coast, Florida hosts timed 6 hour and 12 hour events beside the river and ocean. The race includes a fully stocked aid station and is organized by an experienced race director.

Run the Hatcher Pass Races along Willow Fishhook Road in Willow, Alaska with Marathon, 50 Mile and three person relays that showcase alpine views and rugged terrain. Expect big climbs, stocked aid stations and a true backcountry challenge.

Mountain trail races near Helena, MT offering 50 Mile, 50 K and 13.1 Mile routes on technical single track with substantial elevation gain. Courses are remote with aid stations and likely wildlife sightings.

Join the Summer Sundown Rundown in Kempton, PA for an endurance trail circuit where short laps, shrinking cutoffs, and the last runner to finish the final lap wins. Celebrate with complimentary Bright Path Brewing beer for 21 and over.

Take on rugged ravine trails in Binghamton with 5K, 15K or a timed 12 Hour endurance challenge. Expect steep climbs, creek crossings and technical terrain, plus an option to race with a weighted pack for added grit.

Join the South Texas Rollers Cross Country Invitational in Corpus Christi for a scenic 5 km at West Guth Park. Open to all, teams and individuals can compete for medals and age group awards.

Trail races at Little Bennett Regional Park on August 1, 2026 offer 5K and 10K singletrack courses with hills, stream-side sections, aid stations and post race food.

Run steep ski slopes at Swain Ski Resort in a mountain trail race with two loops and nearly 2,500 feet of climbing, including the Robinson ascent. Enjoy post race food and drinks and chase championship and age group prizes.

The Wisconsin Trail Series will take place in Oconomowoc on Saturday 1 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

Trail races at Rodeo Beach in the Marin Headlands offering 8K, half marathon, 30K and 50K on coastal singletrack and fire roads; chip timed, cupless, capacity 350.

A community endurance event on August 1 at Tamaques Park in Westfield NJ offering 3, 6, 9, 12 and 24 hour options, welcoming runners of all skill levels and raising donations for clean drinking water.