Columbia
Trail Running Calendar near Columbia 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Columbia for 2026-2027! We've gathered 51 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A community-led run in Anacostia, DC offering 19 Mile, 19K and 5K on an unsanctioned road and trail course with race shirt, medal, and festival.
Experience a unique trail event at Milkhouse Brewery in Mount Airy featuring a 5 mile race and timed ultra challenges. Complete as many loops as possible over four or eight hours on this scenic farm course.
A community trail event on October 11, 2026 at Bretton Woods Recreation Center in Darnestown, MD offering a 5K trail run and a 1 mile walk. The event raises funds and awareness for addiction prevention, education, and support.
Participate in a 10 km run through the scenic Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds. This low key event offers a straightforward racing experience for both club members and the general public in a natural park setting.
USATF certified marathon and half on the flat C&O Canal Towpath at Fletcher's Cove with aid stations, finisher medals, and cash prizes.
A 5.25 mile trail race at Gunpowder State Park on October 18, 2026 featuring a steep opening climb, single track sections, downhill stretches, and donation based entry.
A backyard ultra at Shawan Downs where runners repeat a 4.1667 mile loop each hour until one runner completes a lap alone and is declared the sole finisher.
November 2026
Experience a mix of twisty singletrack and open farm field running in Germantown. This late autumn trail event offers three distances and a festive post race atmosphere at the historic Button Farm.
Experience a 50 mile trail race through the scenic Seneca Greenway and Muddy Branch trails in Maryland. This event features forested single track terrain and small stream crossings for dedicated distance runners.
Run Through the Grapevine is an 8K cross country race at Linganore Winery in Mount Airy, Maryland on November 8, 2026. The course runs through vineyard rows and adjacent hop yards, and all finishers receive one free winery tasting.
Free BRRC GPS 5K at Herring Run Park featuring mixed paved, field and single track terrain, two river crossings, and course variations from local high school routes.
Half marathon, 10K and 5K on the C&O Canal towpath from Great Falls Tavern on Nov 21, 2026 with live tracking, a capped field, and scratch made donuts and pizza at the finish.
Trail race at Riverbend Regional Park near the Potomac offering 5 mile and 10 mile loop options with riverside singletrack, aid stations, and post race food.
Flat out and back 5k and 10k on the C&O Canal towpath at Carderock Recreation Area on November 22 with walkers welcome and a virtual option.
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a cross country style race through scenic Catonsville. Support the local high school running program with a chip timed 5K or a 1 Mile Family Fun Run for all ages.
A trail and canal run near Great Falls, Maryland on November 26, 2026 covering about 10 miles with options to shorten. Entry opens November 12 and is capped at 29 runners; entrants receive course instructions before the run.