Trail Running Calendar United States 2026-2027

The Kingman Farm Trail Race is an old-school, show up and race event over 3.8 miles of rolling nordic paths and switchback singletrack. It benefits the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. Day-of registration is available.

Experience the area's favorite trail races in Penn Run with 25K, 15K, and 8K options. Enjoy finisher medals, handmade wooden awards for top runners, and a post-race breakfast and lunch.

Sparkle through the lavender fields at Lucky Clover Farm in Gaylord. Choose from a flat 5k trail or a lively one-mile community loop. Proceeds support Ignite Dance Co., and creative costumes are encouraged for a special prize.

Experience the scenic beauty of the Crooked River Forest in Harrison Maine with this 5k trail race. Run through red pines and past a historic sawmill to support local land conservation efforts.

Experience a 5km obstacle mud run designed for women at the Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park in Sturgis. This event focuses on unity and empowerment while supporting the fight against breast cancer.

Experience a historic Colorado tradition where runners and burros compete together. Navigate mountain trails and high altitude passes while carrying traditional mining gear in this unique world championship event.

Experience a summer running tradition in Des Moines with distances including a half marathon, 10K, and 5K. Enjoy chip timed results, free photos, and finisher medals followed by ice cream at the finish line.

Hardesty Hardcore on July 26, 2026 near Oakridge Oregon offers two single track trail races, 14 mile and 5.5 mile. The 14 mile climbs and descends 3300 feet and has a four hour limit while the shorter course uses a shuttle.

A community trail event in Crownpoint, NM with 10K, 5K and a 1 mile course on mixed terrain. Veterans' names can be printed on race shirts and stars mark repeat dedications.

The Badwater 135 is a 135-mile ultramarathon from Death Valley to the slopes of Mount Whitney. Starting at the continent's lowest point, runners face extreme elevation changes across three mountain ranges. It's an invitational race with a s..

A single 200 mile loop around Summit County Colorado with roughly 40,000 feet of climbing and altitudes above 9,000 feet. Field is capped at 75 runners and a prior 100 mile finish is required.

A weekly cross country series offering thirteen 5K races on Tuesday nights from April to July. The event takes place at Central Park in Parsippany and is open to all ages and abilities. Participants can register for the full series or pay f..

Join this weekly trail running series at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center featuring distances from 5k to 10k. There are special categories for children and water stations available on site for all runners.

The Urban Trail Series features three summer Wednesday evening 5K run/walks at Bloomer Park. Series participants receive finisher medals, chip timing, and a post-race cookout with awards.

A rolling five mile trail race at Spring Lake Park in Hastings, Minnesota, run as two figure eight loops over prairie and wooded single and double track with about 310 ft elevation gain. Field limit 425 and registration opens Jan 1, 2026.

Experience an evening trail run through the scenic woods behind Riverside High School. Support the local cross country team while navigating the same well marked 5k course used by competitive athletes.

A three day trail stage race around Lake Sunapee with a 75 mile loop and a 50k option, significant elevation, overnight camp logistics, midstage aid stations, mandatory safety gear, and a limited field for the stage race.

Lean Horse Ultra is a multi-distance trail running event on the George S. Mickelson Trail in the Black Hills, held July 31 to August 1, 2026, with 100 mile, relay, 50, 30, and 20 mile options and a CrossFit edition.

Experience an epic 200 mile point to point team relay from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs. Run through the heart of the Rocky Mountains and over two scenic mountain passes in this ultimate Colorado road race.

Join the SoCal Summer evening 6K or 12K at Lower Arroyo Park in Pasadena on July 31 2026 and celebrate after with tacos and drinks. Scenic park routes and friendly vibes make this a perfect summer night run.