In 2023, there are thousands of trail running races around the world from which to choose, in nearly every country in the world.
Though bigger races with a long history and notoriety—the 31K Sierre Zinal race in Switzerland or the 171K Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc in France, for example—are often difficult to get into or require qualifying, don’t be discouraged. Selecting smaller, off-the-beaten races can result in more colorful and unique experiences, as well as inexplicable, often unavoidable, challenges, especially when it comes to ultra-distance races. But that’s all part of the adventure, right?
Here are ten races to put on your running bucket list for the next few years.
July 1-3, Quebec, Canada
Quebec Mega Trail has become one of Canada’s top trail running events in recent years because of its scenic courses, elite runners, and top-notch race organization. It’s also an ideal vacation-oriented trail running destination race for all levels of runners, given its beautiful setting and festival-like atmosphere that includes runner panels, live music, outdoor yoga, and a variety…
