Trail Running calendar near Bridgewater 2026-2027

An eight hour track race at Clapp Park in Pittsfield, MA on a certified .355 mile loop with chip timing, bottle drop aid, age group awards, and proceeds benefiting the AYJ Fund. A virtual option may be available.

A scenic 2.5 mile trail run and walk at Wildwood State Park on August 8, 2026, with live results, free finish line photos, and personalized bibs for early registrants. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Wildwood State Park.

A trail running event at Stokes State Forest on August 9, 2026 with 17 mile, 10K, 10K Ruck, and 5K options on technical singletrack. Courses feature marked trails, on course aid for longer distances, and support for adaptive athletes.

The 3rd Annual Tappen Brook 5K in Bridgewater, CT on August 9, 2026 runs on the new Bridgewater Town Park trails through woodlands near Lake Lillinonah, with participation gifts and awards for top finishers.

Step Up for the Brave runs Aug 10–15, 2026 with 90 minute stair climb and walk challenges at Sacred Heart University plus a five day 40,000 step virtual challenge supporting veterans experiencing homelessness.

An evening 3.6 mile trail run through Forest Park in Queens that visits 543 acres of wooded trails with rolling hills. After the run a festival area has music, vendors, food trucks and awards with participant tees provided.

An eight-hour trail event in Tolland, Connecticut where participants run repeated ~5K loops from Crandall's Pavilion. The day includes music, a potluck with pancakes and burgers, and proceeds that support Connecticut trail stewardship.

Trail races in Fahnestock State Park near Cold Spring, NY on August 15, 2026 with 50K, 25K and a 5.5 mile option, multiple aid stations, a post race meal and proceeds supporting park conservation.

A timed 5K at Brimfield Winery on August 15, 2026, run on a mostly grass cross country style course. Registration options include a standard 5K with a postrace wine pour and a volunteer plus run option.

A mountain trail event at Belleayre Resort offering a 25K (about 16 miles, 5000+ ft elevation change) and an 8K on ski slopes; both distances allow hikers. The event is organized as zero carbon and raises donations for The Catskill Center.

Jug End Loop Ultra on August 22, 2026 at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont, MA features a 4.2 mile loop through woods, fields and an apple orchard. Participants run as many 4.2 mile laps as they choose within six hours and receive award..

On August 23, 2026 Raptor Ridge stages a 6.5 mile trail race at Westmoreland Sanctuary in Mount Kisco, New York. The event starts and finishes at the Fox Lane High School campus, dogs are not allowed and non perishable food donations are co..

A 50K looped trail race in Forest Park, Queens on August 29, 2026. Runners complete twelve 2.5 mile laps on the Orange Trail with about 300 ft of climb per lap and an 8 hour cutoff.

Experience a scenic 3.3 mile trail run or hike through the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. Support local land conservation while enjoying a timed course around Clark Pond followed by an awards ceremony with refreshments.

A family friendly beach 5k obstacle race in Stratford each September, featuring 18 plus obstacles and community fundraising for Sterling Community Center programs. Participants and teams raise funds while running, walking, or navigating obs..

A trail race along the scenic Shawangunk Ridge near Rosendale NY offering 70-mile, 30-mile, and half marathon divisions on an unsupported, checkpointed route with shuttle access and event swag.

City Challenge Race returns to Jersey City on September 12, 2026 with a fast 3-mile urban obstacle course featuring 20+ city-style obstacles, new finisher medals, professional chip timing, awards and free race photos.

Experience a diverse trail race at South Mountain Reservation featuring fire roads and single track trails. Choose from multiple distances ranging from a 5K to 50 miles with aid stations every three miles.

An unsupported, end-to-end group run of about 56 miles along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail from West Suffield to New Haven, organized as a fundraiser for Mental Health Connecticut with a 14 hour completion limit and required self-supp..

Trail races in Pittsfield State Forest on September 12, 2026 include a 50K ultramarathon and shorter looped options on a course with significant climbing and three aid stations. Proceeds support Free to Run Inc.