Trail Running Calendar United States 2024-2025

The Beast of Burden - Summer is an ultra-distance running event held in Lockport, NY, featuring 100-mile, 50-mile, and 25-mile options. Set along the scenic Erie Canal towpath, participants will experience a challenging course that includes multiple aid stations stocked with a variety of fueling opt..

Wy’East Trailfest, presented by Salomon, is a vibrant celebration of mountain trail running set against the stunning backdrop of Mt. Hood. Scheduled for August 9-10, 2025, the event features a variety of challenging races, including a 50K, 28K, Half Marathon, 14K, and 8K, catering to runners of all ..

The Swift Bear Trail Run in Hays, Montana, is set to take place on August 9, 2025, after being postponed. This annual event features three race options: a 10-mile run, a 20-mile run, and a new 50K distance. The 20-mile course includes a mix of terrain, while the 50K has a cutoff time for participant..

The Chupacabra Trail Races, held in Dixon, IL, offers a thrilling night running experience with distances of 5, 10, and 15 miles. Participants will navigate a 5-mile loop course featuring a mix of grass, gravel, and dirt trails, with a portion being single track. Runners are encouraged to embrace th..

Hobby Trails to You! is an exciting trail running event scheduled for August 9, 2025, featuring both 5K and 10K races. Participants will enjoy a challenging course that begins with a cross-country start and transitions into single-track trails. The event takes place at Hobby Park in Winston-Salem, N..

The Sar Wild Run is a family-friendly fundraising event organized by the Fresno County Search and Rescue Team, set against the stunning backdrop of Shaver Lake. Participants can choose from various distances, including a Trail Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Wild Run, and a 2-mile family hike. The event feat..

The Thunder Chicken Squatch is an exciting trail running event taking place at Stokes State Forest in Branchville, NJ. Participants can choose between a 17-mile or a 10K course, designed for runners and hikers of all ages and abilities. The event honors military personnel by offering a 50% discount ..

The trail run offers various distances including a 5-mile, half marathon, 30K, marathon, and 50K, with prices ranging from $60 to $90. The event takes place at the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland, CA, and the course winds through the beautiful Redwood Regional Park, offering scenic views al..

The Wild Turkey Trail Runs is a free trail running event taking place at Valley Falls State Park in Fairmont, WV, on August 16, 2025. Participants can choose from various distances, including 50M, 50K, 25K, 10M, and 5M. The course features a moderately difficult 10-mile figure-eight loop with an ele..

The Butterfield Canyon Half Marathon, organized by Happy Trails Racing, takes place at the scenic Butterfield Trailhead Regional Park, nestled near the Kennecott Mine. This beautiful course features challenging rocky climbs and rewarding single-track downhill trails, surrounded by lush foliage and s..

Fellows Frolic is an exciting 3-hour running event presented by Miles & Macros, featuring a unique 3.3-mile loop course in Tully, NY. Participants can choose their starting direction for the loop, adding an element of strategy and camaraderie as they complete multiple laps. The event emphasizes safe..

The Oregon 200 is a unique 200-mile trail race set in the scenic landscapes of Oakridge, Oregon. Participants will experience the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, running alongside the Middle Fork of the Willamette River and the North Umpqua River, with a course that features forested single track a..

The Fiesta Night Run is an exciting trail running event held at the Land Heritage Institute in San Antonio, Texas, featuring various distances including 50K, 35K, 17K, and 5K races. Participants will navigate dirt trails under the stars, experiencing the natural beauty of the Texas landscape. The ev..

The Winona Forest Backyard Ultra is a unique endurance running event held in Mannsville, NY, designed for runners of all abilities. Participants complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, with the goal of being the last runner standing. Runners must return to the starting line within the hour to continu..

The Dark Horse Trail Race Series offers a unique trail running experience at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in North Carolina. Participants can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, or 10k race, all set against the backdrop of rolling hills and lush forests. After the race, runners ..

The Oregon Cascades 100 is a challenging point-to-point 100-mile trail race starting in Bend and finishing in Sisters, Oregon. With 10,700 ft of gain and 11,200 ft of loss, the course offers smooth single track near Mount Bachelor before transitioning to rugged terrain. The race includes 13 aid stat..

The Hyner Half is a challenging 14-mile trail race set in the scenic Hyner Run State Park, Pennsylvania, known for its rugged single-track trails in the Sproul State Forest. This event, scheduled for August 23, 2025, is designed for runners and speed-hikers, featuring a strict 4.5-hour time limit. P..

The J&J Race and Trail Running Reunion, taking place in Rock Springs, TX, is a celebration of trail running and community. Scheduled for August 29-30, 2025, the event features a variety of races including distances of 4mi, 10mi, 20mi, 30mi, and 50mi, along with unique challenges like the King & Quee..

The Iron Mountain Trail Run is an exhilarating trail running event held annually in Damascus, Virginia, typically on Labor Day weekend. Participants can choose from multiple distances, including 16, 30, 40, and 50 miles, catering to various skill levels. The course features challenging terrain with ..

The Leaky Hourglass Ultra is a unique Last Man Standing running event held in Half Way, MO. Participants complete a 4.167-mile out-and-back course, with each lap reducing the time limit by one minute, starting from 60 minutes. The course features rolling hills and is not closed to traffic, requiring..