Trail Running calendar near Hamden 2025-2026

The Soapstone Assault is a rugged 5.5 mile trail race in Somers, CT with six climbs and about 1,500 feet of ascent. Limited to 50 runners, it is a tough course for experienced runners and includes a pre race safety briefing and breakfast.

Run the Ridge Reaper at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation with 25K, 50K, and 50M courses through technical singletrack and scenic carriage roads. Big climbs, ridge views, and a cupless format so carry your own hydration.

Interstate 17 is a challenging 17 mile trail run on August 8, 2026 in Closter NJ that traces Hudson River viewpoints. Expect rugged technical singletrack, steep climbs and boulder scrambles across four loops with fully stocked aid stations.

Join the Sweltering Summer Ultra, an 8 hour track challenge at Clapp Park in Pittsfield where runners and walkers lap a cinder loop and hit a marathon split. Chip timing, live leaderboard, refreshments and awards support the AYJ Fund.

Experience the Stonington Cross Country 5K at Stonington High School, a scenic route from the track through campus streets and wooded trails to a field finish. Family friendly with a kids half mile for ages 10 and under.

Join an 8 hour trail gathering at Crandall's Park and run as many 5K loops as you like. Potluck, raffles, prizes and a Shenipsit Striders 50th anniversary gift for those who complete at least one loop.

Run the Jug End Loop Ultra on August 22, 2026 at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont MA, a six hour timed event on a scenic, hilly 4.2 mile loop through woods and an apple orchard. Rack up laps, earn a handmade mug and support local chari..

Run the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic at Waters Farm in Sutton, a spike friendly 5K cross country loop and USATF New England Grand Prix stop. Perfect for teams and individual racers, with finish line snacks and a nearby after party.

Tackle the Shawangunk Ridge Trail near Rosendale NY for sweeping Hudson Valley views across cliffs, sky lakes and rocky ridgelines. Choose 70 Miler, 30 Miler or half marathon for a rugged, self supported navigation challenge.

Run for The Hills is a 4th annual trail 5K on September 12, 2026 at Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, winding around Clark Pond. Expect exposed rocks and roots on scenic trails while helping support preserve maintenance.

Macedonia Trail Race at Macedonia Brook State Park offers scenic single track and forest trails with climbs and viewpoints. Choose 50K, 25K or 12K for a rewarding day of trail running in Connecticut.

Experience a three day trail running festival at Wawayanda State Park in mid September 2026 with races from a 1 mile kids run to a 100 mile ultra. Free camping and a partnership with Bigger Than The Trail support community and mental health..

Tackle the Hook Mountain Ultra, a rugged multi loop trail outing in Upper Nyack, NY that crowns each circuit with a climb to the Hook Mountain summit. Choose marathon or 50 mile distances and enjoy panoramic Hudson River views and big eleva..

Run the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail in Moosup CT with 5K, 10K and a kids fun run on Sunday September 27, 2026. Postrace medallions or tee shirts, food and drink, leashed dogs welcome, and proceeds benefit the Rotary Club o..

Tackle an Everesting relay across 61+ miles and 29,029 feet of climbing at Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall CT, with a 72 hour window to run, hike or walk. Team up and test endurance on this epic fall challenge.

Iron Hike Fall Double Kuwohi Trail Marathon Plus Relay is a timed 24 hour trail challenge covering more than 28 miles with epic elevation at Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall Connecticut. Choose solo or relay, run, hike or walk and chase a big da..

Tackle a scenic 5K or 8K through Pindar Vineyards on flat packed trails while supporting the NY Cancer Foundation. Finish with live music, food trucks and a complimentary glass of Pindar wine for a festive fall celebration.

Tackle the rugged NipMuck Trail Marathon in Ashford CT, a 26.4 mile trail test through rocks, roots, mud and wooden bridges. Run solo or as a two person relay and expect a challenging, hilly second half that rewards grit.

The Mohawk Mountain Race will take place in West Cornwall on Sunday 11 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 42 kilometers.

Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon offers a scenic single loop through five Westchester parks, with 90 percent on dirt trails, roots and rocks under tree cover. Expect abundant wildlife, quiet forest passages and a true trail running challen..