Trail Running calendar near Simsbury 2026-2027

A Spartan obstacle race weekend at Carter & Stevens Farm in Barre, MA, featuring a Sprint 5 km with 20 obstacles, a Super 10 km with 25 obstacles, and kids races. The farm venue includes mud, woods, rolling hills and a farm store.

A night 5K at Lakeside Park with mixed trail terrain, reflective markers, and required personal lighting; finishes receive handmade medals and proceeds benefit the Pawling Recreation Department.

Experience a unique trail race through the Westmoreland Sanctuary where you choose your own path at the fork. Start and finish at Fox Lane High School for a memorable 5k adventure in Bedford.

The Red Wing Trail Challenge in Lagrangeville, NY on July 5, 2026 offers 60K, 30K and 15K trail races with substantial elevation gain. The event includes aid stations, an interactive course map, on course fuel and post race food and drinks.

Notchview Ultra in Windsor, MA runs July 10-13, 2026 on a 1.9 mile loop with multiple time and distance options, an aid station, campsite planning, event SWAG, and proceeds benefiting local organizations.

A point to point 5K in East Hampton beginning at the Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue with shuttle transport from Center School. Bib pick-up is at Center School gym and awards are presented by age group after the race.

A new 1.776 mile loop trail race at Putnam Memorial State Park in Redding, CT, run mainly on carriage trails with some singletrack. Entry fees are listed between $50 and $80 and registration opens December 19, 2025.

Experience a midweek evening trail run through the diverse terrain of Bowdoin Park. This 5 mile race features a mix of grass and rocky trails with awards for top finishers and a food drive for the local pantry.

A memorial 5K run and walk at Owen Bell Park in Dayville CT that raises funds for a scholarship for Killingly Ag-Ed seniors. The day includes a 5K, a walk, and a kids fun run on off-road paths with possible trip hazards.

A one-mile out-and-back on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail in East Granby, offered in two waves and hand timed, on crushed gravel. Limited parking and a $25 registration fee; all proceeds benefit charities.

Two trail-focused races at Beartown State Forest in Great Barrington, MA: a 5-mile loop around Benedict Pond and a roughly 13.5-mile half with significant climbing and technical terrain. The event is cupless with limited parking and shuttle..

A 5.5 mile trail race at Soapstone Mountain with six ascents and about 1500 feet of climb. The field is capped at 50 runners for parking reasons and online registration is required.

A trail running festival at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation near Cross River NY offering 25K, 50K, and a 50 mile option across wooded singletrack and carriage roads. The race includes finisher medals, awards, food and beverages.

Muddy Dash in Charlton on August 1, 2026 is a few miles of muddy obstacles with mud pits up to waist deep, Value and VIP registration options, free spectator access and packet pick up at the venue the day before.

A community cross country meet at Stonington High School offering a 5K and a children's 1/2 mile. The course mixes track, quiet campus streets, trails, grass, and finishes back on the track.

An eight hour track endurance event at Clapp Park in Pittsfield, MA featuring a certified 0.355 mile loop, chip timing with live leaderboard, on-course bottle drop and age group awards. Proceeds support the AYJ Fund.

The Running Wild at Wildwood Trail 2.5 Mile Trail Run/Walk will take place in Wading River on Saturday 8 August 2026. You can run 3 miles.

A forested 5K on the new trails at Bridgewater Town Park in Bridgewater, CT. The 3rd annual event features mixed natural terrain, views of Lake Lillinonah, participant gifts and awards for top finishers.

A community running event in Tolland, CT featuring a marked 5K trail loop run repeatedly over an eight hour period, potluck food and grill items, raffle tickets awarded per loop, and a 50th anniversary gift for runners who complete at least..

Trail races in Fahnestock State Park near Cold Spring, NY, offering 50K, 25K and a 5.5-mile course on varied terrain with on-course support, post-race meal, and proceeds supporting land conservation.