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The youngest runner ever to win the Dipsea trail race replays her big day.

Trail of the Month: Goodwin Lake Trail

This relatively mellow trail starts at 8,000 feet elevation, climbs calmly to a pristine alpine lake, and serves up awesome views of the Tetons. And, it's just 20 minutes from town.

Off-Road Detour

How to get into trail running—simply and safely.

Van Cortlandt Track Club

This running club sticks mostly to trails on its group runs and low-key races.

Animal Encounters

What should you do if you cross paths with a snake, coyote, bear or mountain lion?

Stunning Views

Share with us the amazing sights you see on your trail runs.

Why Women Rule

In the sport of ultrarunning, women compete shoulder-to-shoulder with the men, and sometimes beat them to the finish line.

Meet Nancy Hobbs

Trail running has grown exponentially over the last 20 years—not without the help of Nancy Hobbs.

Trail of the Month:
Superior Hiking Trail

This trail hugs Lake Superior from Duluth, Minnesota, to the Canadian border

A Record-Breaking Day

A stacked field in the 2010 Western States 100 made for a good day to put Scott Jurek's six-year-old course record of 15:36 to the test.

Western States 100: Men's Preview

Two-time winner Hal Koerner looks to make it a three-peat, but he'll surely be challenged by this year's competitive field...even if these guys are all WS100 newbies.

Western States 100: Women's Preview

With last year's winner, Anita Ortiz, injured and out of the running, who will battle for the women's win at the 2010 Western States 100?

Devil in the Details

How hard could it be to put on a DIY, mostly unsupported, 10-mile (or so) race on rocky trails at altitude?

Trail of the Month:
Forest Park, Portland, Oregon

On the western edge of Portland's downtown district lies the largest wooded city park in the U.S.

Making a Comeback

Scott Jurek, the most decorated ultrarunner of all time broke the American record for 24-hour distance running, after 18 months of disappointing finishes.

Tough Love

The Dipsea Race, now in its 100th running, is the quirkiest, most outrageously beautiful trail race in America. Finishing is hard. Getting in is harder.

Trail of the Month:
Middlesex Fells Reservation

The "Fells" provides multiple trails—just outside of downtown Boston.

Tricks of the Trail

Trail runners, especially ultrarunners, rely on MacGyver-like skills to stay comfortable over miles on end. Here are a few gear tricks seen on the trail, and how they can help you on your next run.

Trail of the Month: McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Just outside of Austin, Texas, lies this 1,100-acre wooded, shady respite with a variety of trails. The park features 17.8 miles of mostly rolling dirt trails, with a few offering challenging climbs.

Barkley Marathons

Jonathan Basham became only the ninth runner to finish the entire Barkley Marathons in Tennessee's Frozen Head State Park.

Training in an Urban Jungle

How do you train for a full season of distance trail running races while living in a city as urban as Manhattan? Just ask Glen Redpath.

You Can Run an Ultra

Once you mentally get past the threatening label, you may just find it's physically very possible to run a trail ultramarathon.

Photos: Way Too Cool 50-K

This early-season ultra challenged racers with muddy trails, a competitive field, and a wrong turn for one.

Awa'awapuhi Trail: Hawaii

Perched high above Kauai's Na Pali Coast, this trail run in Koke'e State Park offers views like no other.

On the Mend

Ultrarunner Erik Skaggs is back on the trail after a terrifying postrace affliction.

Linking two gorgeous waterfalls, the singletrack River Trail between Upper and Lower Tahquamenon Falls in Michigan's Upper Peninsula offers runners a picturesque—yet challenging—respite in any season.

Balance, Strength, and Agility

Any trail runner can increase endurance by simply spending more time out there, but how do you improve your finesse?

Snowshoes

Today's small and ergonomically designed running-specific models allow you to take a natural stride and run wherever there's snow.

PHOTOS: The H.U.R.T. 100

See photos of this painful (and pretty) ultra.

Trail of the Month: January 2010

Six main trails wind along the bluffs above Torrey Pines State Beach, offering outstanding views of the Pacific Ocean.

Ted's Great Adventures

The book "Born To Run" follows the shoeless plight of the Tarahumara Indians—and also of Barefoot Ted McDonald.

Trail of the Month: December 2009

A short jaunt from the nation's Capitol, this park offers miles of running trails.

Cross-Training

Can riding a bike and swimming help your trail running? The cross-training formula works for Cynthia Anderson.

Watch Out for This Guy

Michael Smith has some serious speed, and we predict we'll be seeing a lot more of him atop the podium.

Camelback Mountain: Phoenix, Arizona

This 1.2-mile trail up Phoenix's Camelback Mountain is not for the faint of heart, but it is worth the effort.

Bring On the Night

The end of Daylight Savings Time might mean shorter days, but the right light can make running at night fun.

Mid Mountain Trail: Park City Utah

This rolling, classic Wasatch Mountains singletrack hovers at 8,000 feet and connects three of Utah's resorts—Deer Valley, Park City, and The Canyons.

Kilian's Quest

Spaniard Kilian Jornet demolished the speed record on the 165-mile Tahoe Rim Trail by over seven hours, but made sure to enjoy the view.

The Fall Guy (and Gal)

Autumn brings falling leaves, crisp air, and new running weather.

Slideshow: 2009 XTERRA Trail Running National Championships

See photos from the 2009 XTERRA Trail Running National Championship, held on Sunday, September 13.

Return of the King

Trail titan prepares to defend his national crown.

Rising Stars

Twenty-somethings Caitlin Smith and Devon Crosby-Helms are taking ultrarunning by storm.

Beach Running

Running on the sand provides a soft running surface, and a view.

Tsali Horse Trails: Bryson City, North Carolina

The Tsali Horse Trails serve up 39 miles of outstanding scenery for trail runners of all levels.

Interloken Trail: Hector, New York

This 12-mile-long trail in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York offers runners shade, lake views ... and birdwatching.

Fastpacking: What, and Why?

Combining running and backpacking, runners take the bare minimum of equipment for multi-day trail runs.

How She Does It

Anita Ortiz made her Western States debut a big one: she won the race by more than hour.

Sun Trail: Mill Valley, California

Cutting across Mount Tamalpais, the Sun Trail is one of Marin County's few rolling, if not flat, singletrack trails.

How the West Was Won

Hal Koerner defends his title in the 2009 Western States 100, as Anita Ortiz emerges victorious in her debut at the distance.

2009 Western States Showdown

Nikki Kimball returns to defend her title, but a handful of talented—and hungry—challengers will make the 2009 race the most competitive Western States ever.

2009 Western States Showdown

Seven-time winner Scott Jurek returns after a four-year hiatus—but with a target on his back—for the 100-mile classic that's sure to be a hotly-contested battle.

The Lung Sounds Off

Matt Carpenter has been winning trail races at altitudes that make most peoples' nose bleed for over twenty years.

Trail Gear: What to Wear

Trail runners must be prepared for the elements. This means versatile clothes that provide coverage yet can be peeled back when you get heated up.

Mount Sanitas: Boulder, Colorado

Mount Sanitas is a classic Boulder, Colorado, trail run that serves up a hearty challenge for any level of runner.

Trail of the Month

Each month we highlight a trail from around the United States.

Train Your Ankles

Perform these exercises to give your body a built-in defense against sprains and strains.

Breathtaking

Four days, 42 miles, 8,000 feet of climbing, six seasoned guides, 300-count sheets, and one really clutch hot tub.

He Ran the Sahara

No stranger to a challenge, Charlie Engle talks about his self-created endurance mission: Running across the Sahara Desert.

Home Runs

Some of the best trail running lies right outside your door.

Water To Go

We review the best pack, belt and hand-held hydration systems for off-road running.

Where Do Trails Come From?

How were the trails you run on created? Some occur naturally by roaming animals, but others are carefully designed.

Trail Tips from Buzz

Whether running downhill or weathering a storm, Buzz Burrell has tips to get the most from your off-road running.

Blazing a New Trail

The best shoes for off-road running

Twilight of the Mountain God

Rick Trujillo trains in the Rockies, not on the roads. He chases elk, not PRs. He fuels up on Oreos, not PowerBars. He loves running. But is it possible to love it too much?