The best part of trail running is exploring the wide expanse of the world on your own two feet. We run up steep climbs to reach the view at the top. We traverse technical descents to push our limits. Beautiful trail races are the ultimate reward for our time spent training.
There’s nothing better than a perfectly groomed trail with a spectacular view, and the U.S. is home to some of the most scenic trails in the world. From misty forests and mountain summits to prairie fields and stream crossings, we’ve rounded up 13 trail runs in the most beautiful places in the country so you can choose your own adventure.
Whether your idea of a good time is a rock scramble up a mountain or sending some flowy singletrack through the woods, this list of the top trail races in the most beautiful places has something for every runner.
