Denver
Trail Running Calendar near Denver 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Denver for 2026-2027! We've gathered 21 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
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.
October 2026
A trail running event at Rocky Branch Park with on-site and virtual 5K and 10K options; timing uses bib chips, participants receive a branded T-shirt and sticker, and proceeds support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
A Last Man Standing race in Kings Mountain NC with repeated 3.1 mile loops and cycling time limits that increase then reset, eliminating runners who miss cutoffs.
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.
A 100-mile ultra in Hickory using a 4-mile mixed-surface loop, open to solo runners and teams of 2 to 10, featuring about 70% trail, over 15,500 feet of elevation, and marked signage for night running.
A fall event at Warlick Family YMCA with a 5K trail run and a 1 mile fun run on the Sytz Family Trail System plus a family friendly party zone.
November 2026
Night trail running at Whitewater Center in Charlotte with 5K, 10K and half marathon options; headlamps required and packet pick-up before the race.
Trail event at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve offering a dice-determined distance from 4.5 to 27 miles or a six hour lap challenge.
Regional cross country meet in Charlotte on November 28, 2026, with multiple 5K and 3K races for high school and youth divisions. Top 10 boys and girls in the championship race advance to the national championships in San Diego.
December 2026
Trail race at Crowders Mountain, Kings Mountain NC offering distances from half marathon to 100 miles with multi-lap routes, aid stations, elevation gains and time limits.
January 2027
5K and 10K trail races in Charlotte followed by a plunge into the Deep Water Solo pool, with pre-registration options and age group awards.
April 2027
An obstacle course weekend at Porter Farms near Charlotte with Sprint and Super races, kids events, and a 12-hour Hurricane Heat team challenge.
A point to point trail ultramarathon from Crowders Mountain State Park to Kings Mountain State Park covering approximately 31 miles (50K) with a 10 hour cutoff.
May 2027
A 24 hour trail running relay in Charlotte where teams of 2 to 12 score points by completing laps and bonus challenges, with team camping and meals included.