Trail Running calendar near Old Lyme 2026-2027

A 5.5 mile trail race at Soapstone Mountain featuring six ascents and about 1500 feet of climbing. The route circles the mountain with multiple steep rocky sections, limited aid access, and a field limited to 50 runners due to parking.

Ridge Reaper Trail Runs returns Aug 1, 2026 at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation near NYC, offering multiple distances from runnable loops to epic 50 mile challenges. Expect wooded technical trails, ridge views, finisher medals and podium awards..

Run the Stonington Cross Country 5K in Pawcatuck at Stonington High School on Wednesday August 5. The scenic course starts and finishes on the track and winds through quiet streets, trails and grassy crossings for a community run.

The Tappen Brook 5K will take place in Bridgewater on Sunday 9 August 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Run loops on a roughly 5K trail course during an eight hour celebration with the Shenipsit Striders in Tolland. Bring food, enjoy the grill, earn raffle tickets and a 50th anniversary gift while supporting local trail stewardship.

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.

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.

Trail race at Macedonia Brook State Park near Kent, Connecticut offering 12K, 25K and 50K on singletrack with technical climbs, descents and a viewpoint on Cobble Mountain. The 25K is part of the Blue Blazed Trail Running Series.

Join the Charlie Stavros Memorial Beach Run on September 15, 2026 in Westerly, Rhode Island, a free 3 mile beach run honoring a beloved local runner. Enjoy a scenic low tide out and back along Westerly Town Beach with friends and family.

Hit the Hemlock Hills trails in Ridgefield Connecticut on September 20, 2026 for Where the Pavement Ends. Choose a 4.25 mile single loop or an 8 mile double loop over technical, rocky terrain for a true trail challenge.

The Ocean State XC Invitational will take place in East Greenwich on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

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..

A series of trail ultramarathon events at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall CT from October 1 to October 4, 2026. Multiple distances are offered including relay and backyard ultra formats with multi-day time limits.

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..

The Run for the Pumpkins Trail Run will take place in Misquamicut on Saturday 3 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

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.

A 26.4 mile trail marathon in Ashford, CT with a two runner relay option, varied trail terrain and defined course cutoffs including an 8 hour finish limit.

A multi distance trail event in Rocky Point, NY from October 9 to October 12, 2026, run on a 10.48 mile loop with two aid stations. Distances range from 10 mile to 150 mile and runners must complete the distance they start.

Trail races at Mohawk Mountain use ski-area trails and nearby forest with 5K, 10K, half and full marathon options, steep climbs and wooded viewpoints, finisher medals, awards, and post-race refreshments.

Enjoy a scenic 3 mile trail at Sakonnet Vineyard, then celebrate with wine, dinner, music and a souvenir wine glass. BBQ only and kids BBQ options are available for those who prefer to skip the run.