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Trail Running Calendar near Denver 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Denver for 2026-2027! We've gathered 26 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

September 2026
Sep
12
Sa

Shining Hope Farms 5K/10K Salute Trail Run

Trail Run 5 km 10 km
Chip timed 5k and 10k trail races at Shining Hope Farms in Conover on Sept 12, 2026, supporting the Saddles and Salutes veterans program.
Sep
19
Sa

Rewild: A Last Runner Standing Event

Backyard Ultra 2 mi 13 mi ... 35 mi 50 mi
Lap based Last Runner Standing event on Sept 19, 2026 at Historic Rural Hill near Charlotte, with 1.75 mile mixed surface loops and eco focused practices.
Sep
26
Sa

JJ5K - Stanley

Trail Run 3 mi
A trail 5K and walk at Common Ground in Stanley NC supporting a $2,000 scholarship for an East Gaston High School senior.
October 2026
Oct
3
Sa

To the Good Times Trail Run

Trail Run 5 km 10 km
A 5K and 10K trail event with in-person and virtual options on October 3, 2026 at Rocky Branch Park in Belmont; proceeds benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
Oct
3
Sa

WC-50 Ultra Trail Marathon

Trail Run 50 km 50 mi
An ultra trail event at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte offering looped courses in either 50 mile or 50K distance with aid stations and drop bag support.
Oct
9
Fr

Track Attack 5K

Trail Run 3 mi
A community 5K trail run/walk at Rescue Squad Park on October 9, 2026 with timed divisions for grades 4–12 and adults; registration closes Oct 2.
Oct
10
Sa

The Last Wolf - Kings Mountain

Trail Run Backyard Ultra 5 km 25 km 50 km
Last Man Standing race in Kings Mountain NC with repeating 3.1-mile loops and time limits that cycle 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 minutes then reset.
Oct
10
Sa

Bit of Hope Ranch 5K Trail Run

Trail Run 5 km
A certified 5K trail run on a 50 acre horse ranch near Gastonia, NC, accompanied by a 2K walk, a Half Pint race for ages 7 and under, and a virtual 5K option. The event runs rain or sunshine and will be canceled for lightning.
Oct
10
Sa

Jeepers Creepers 10K

Race Roster Trail Run 5 km 10 km
Jeepers Creepers at Daniel Stowe Conservancy offers a 1 Miler, 5K and two-loop 10K on shaded trails with fall exhibits, race photos, awards, and post-race firepits and s'mores.
Jeepers Creepers 10K
Oct
17-18
Sa - Su

HKY 100 Mile Ultra Trail Race

Trail Run 100 mi
Inaugural Hickory 100 miles ultra on a 4 mile loop with mixed trails, over 17,230 feet of elevation, open to solo runners and teams of 2 to 10.
Oct
24
Sa

Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail Fun Run

Trail Run 5 km
5K trail run and 1 mile fun run at the Warlick Family YMCA with a family party area featuring games, bounce houses, music, and activities.
November 2026
Nov
13
Fr

A Shot in the Dark Night Trail Race

Trail Run 5 km 10 km Half Marathon
Night trail races in Charlotte offering 5K, 10K and half marathon distances with a required headlamp and hydration only aid stations.
Nov
14
Sa

The Unforeseen

Trail Run 27 mi
A lap-based trail event at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve offering a dice-determined random distance or a 6-hour lap option on a 2.25-mile loop.
Nov
28
Sa

Brooks XC Championships South

Trail Run 3 km 5 km
Regional cross country meet in Charlotte on Nov 28, 2026 with 5K and 3K races; top 10 in the high school championship advance to Brooks XC Nationals.
December 2026
Dec
5
Sa

Lake Norman State Park Trail Race

Trail Run 30 km 50 km
30K and 50K trail races at Lake Norman State Park in Troutman NC with aid stations, a 9 hour cut off, finisher medals and awards.
Dec
12
Sa

Beast Of The East 100

Trail Run 13 mi 26 mi ... 100 km 100 mi
Trail event at Crowders Mountain with redesigned routes from half marathon to a new 101 mile 100 Miler, aid stations, gear rules and set time limits for most distances.
January 2027
Jan
16
Sa

Frosty Cox 6 Hour Trail Race

Trail Run 6 mi 31 mi
A timed 6 hour trail event in Concord, NC featuring a 6.2 mile singletrack loop with 1,350 ft gain per lap, on-course aid and finisher and overall awards.
Jan
30
Sa

Frigid Trail Race & Polar Plunge

Trail Run 5 km 10 km
Trail running in Charlotte with 5K and 10K options followed by a plunge into the Deep Water Solo pool.
April 2027
Apr
3-4
Sa - Su

Charlotte Spartan Event Weekend

Obstacle Run 5 km 10 km
An obstacle course weekend at Porter Farms near Charlotte with Sprint and Super races, kids events, and a 12-hour Hurricane Heat team challenge.
Apr
10
Sa

New South Trail Marathon

Trail Run 13 mi 26 mi
Trail half and full marathons at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte on April 10, 2027, with marked trails, aid stations, pre-registration options, and event policies.
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