Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

Trail running events take place at scenic Spooner Lake in Lake Tahoe State Park. Runners can choose between distances including a 50K, a 10 miler, a 10K, and a 5K. Participants receive race memorabilia, refreshments, and support along the c..

Discover new trails at the Tappen Brook 5K in Bridgewater, CT. This community event winds through the scenic woodlands of Bridgewater Town Park. All runners receive a participation gift.

A midweek trail race at Lory State Park, the 10 km course is part of an August series and features about 1,700 feet of elevation gain, chip timing, series points and postrace pizza and beverages.

A four‑week August trail race series at Lory State Park featuring 5K, 10K and 12K options with varied elevation. Post‑race pizza and beverages are provided and series awards go to top points scorers.

An approximately 203 mile out-and-back road run from Walnut Beach to Wellsville along Ohio route 45, with a 6 day cutoff and a 100 mile option. The course runs on open roads with no official aid stations.

A fourth annual 5K trail race on the Flag Rock Area Trails in Norton, Virginia. Proceeds support the High Knob Outdoor Fest and all participants receive a 2026 festival T shirt; top three men and top three women receive awards.

A nonstop point to point trail run on and around Mount St. Helens covering 207.9 miles with large elevation change, varied volcanic and forest terrain, and on-course aid and sleep stations on National Forest lands.

The Bigfoot 20 Mile Run starts at Marble Mountain Sno Park on Mount St. Helens. Runners traverse single-track trails through lava fields, streams, and old-growth forests.

A mountain ultramarathon weekend in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire featuring 108 mile, 58 mile, and 20 mile trail courses through the White Mountain National Forest. Mandatory safety gear, GPS navigation, and specific qualifications apply..

Summit North Trail Runs is a two-day trail event in West Duluth at Grand Avenue Chalet, Spirit Mountain from August 14, 2026 to August 15, 2026. It features a Friday night Hill Climb & Descent and multiple Saturday races including a Heavy H..

Run along Lake Michigan's shoreline in this evening 9-mile trail event at Kohler-Andrae State Park. The course features sand, boardwalks, and forest trails under the sunset. Stay afterwards for snacks and celebration by the beach.

A trail ultramarathon weekend in Marquette, Michigan with 50K and 50M courses plus a kids one mile. The single track route climbs four named peaks, includes technical rocky sections, and operates as a cupless event with staffed aid stations..

A 100 mile mountain ultramarathon near Durango, Colorado on August 14, 2026, covering about 104 miles with roughly 19,000 feet of climbing and an average elevation near 10,000 feet. Pacers are allowed from mile 45.5 and there is a 38 hour c..

Brave the summer heat and hills of rural Tennessee in this unique trail race supporting animal rescue. Choose your challenge from one to twenty-four hours on a repeating loop course. All proceeds benefit the Flying Pigs Animal Sanctuary, an..

A looped trail event at Rocky Branch Park, Belmont NC on August 15, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 5K. Laps are 3.24 miles with about 293 feet gain and aid stations supply food, drinks, and first aid.

Weekend mountain trail races at Mt. Hood Meadows with distances from a 50 mile point to point to a free .75 mile kids race; the 50K is the 2026 USATF 50K Trail National Championship with a twelve thousand dollar prize purse.

A trail race in Elkridge, MD on August 15, 2026 offering 25K and 50K options on rolling single track with river crossings, aid stations with real food, and an on-site finish area with pavilions and refreshments.

A multi-distance trail event at Malibu Creek State Park featuring 25k, 50k and a three-loop 75k, with fully stocked aid stations, chip timing, finisher medals and post-race food and beverage options.

A 7.1 mile mountain race at Alta on August 15, 2026 with 2,545 ft of climb, a summit of Mt Baldy, two aid stations, and Sport, Expert and Pro divisions. The race is capped at 500 entries and includes cash and gear prizes.

A marathon and half marathon on the gravel Medicine Bow Rail Trail near Lake Owen, Wyoming, held at high elevation. The timed races are staffed with aid stations and support trail upkeep.