Trail Running calendar near Vernon 2025-2026

Run the scenic Dandelion Dash 5K on The Hartsbrook School trails or enjoy the family friendly Mushroom Mile in Hadley, MA. Support school programs in sustainable agriculture and beekeeping or run virtually from anywhere.

TARC Wapack and Back is a scenic, rugged trail race in May on the Wapack Trail between Massachusetts and New Hampshire, offering 21.5, 43 and 50 mile options. Expect technical terrain, big climbs, limited aid, and a tight knit trail communi..

Run the Free Spirit 50K in Leyden, Massachusetts and enjoy a scenic New England ultramarathon. The course follows dirt roads past historic farms, leafy woods and an 1870s covered bridge for a rewarding, challenging day.

Run The Farm brings scenic trail racing to Muscoot Farm with a 5 mile course and age friendly kids races in spring and fall. Enjoy farm market perks like Farm Bucks and optional tees with advance orders recommended.

Take on the scenic Mine Hill Half Marathon on May 25 in Roxbury, CT, starting and finishing at Mine Hill Distillery. Enjoy a challenging climb, a fast downhill second half, a finisher medal and post race food and drinks.

Challenge yourself at Mohawk Mountain in early June 2026 with timed endurance events from 12 hour to 84 hour and distances up to 152 miles. Race solo or with Trail Buddy or Trail Family teams, tackle night sections and enjoy base support an..

Run a scenic 5 mile route along the Cheshire Rail Trail from Fitzwilliam Depot to the restored Troy Depot while supporting the Fitzwilliam and Troy Historical Societies. Food, festivities and a short kids loop make it a great community day.

Run or ride scenic farm trails at Norbrook Farm Brewery in Colebrook CT, with options from a 5K and 10K to a 4 hour trail challenge, duathlon and competitive mountain bike races. Finishers get custom medals and entrants 21 plus receive a fr..

Take on a scenic 15.7 mile trail run on the Nipmuck Trail in Mansfield CT, following the Fenton River through woods, fields and small bridge crossings. Organized by the Shenipsit Striders, proceeds support local trail stewardship.

Ridge Reaper Trail Runs at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation mixes runnable singletrack and carriage roads with rewarding ridge views. Choose 25K, 50K or 50M for big elevation gains, aid stations, finisher medals and podium awards.

Join the Stonington Cross Country 5K in Pawcatuck CT on Wednesday August 12 2026 for a free community race that blends one track loop, quiet campus roads and scenic trails. A children's 1/2 mile for ages 10 and under also finishes on the sc..

Hit the fields at Waters Farm on Sunday, August 23, 2026 for the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic, a fast and friendly 5K cross country through scenic farm trails. A USATF New England Grand Prix stop with race day registration available.

Trail Animals Running Club Fall Classic at Great Brook Farm State Park offers scenic trails and distances from 10K to 50 mile, plus a youth fun run and Mischief Mile. Aid stations and vegan options support runners in this cupless event.

Run the Shawangunk Ridge Trail in Rosendale NY on Sep 12, 2026. Choose 70 mile, 30 mile or half marathon routes through rocky ridgelines, waterfalls and cliffs in a self supported backcountry challenge.

Tackle a scenic 5K through Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, winding past Clark Pond on root and rock strewn trails; hikers welcome. This fourth annual run benefits preserve maintenance and finishes with local pub awards and camaraderie.

Tackle rugged single track, steep climbs and scenic summit views at Macedonia Brook State Park with 12K, 25K and 50K options. The 25K is part of the Blue Blazed Trail Running Series for a true New England trail challenge.

Hit the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail on Sunday, September 27 for scenic 5K, 10K and a kids fun run on all trail terrain. Post race food and gear, leashed dogs welcome, and proceeds support the Rotary Club of Plainfield.

Iron Hike Fall at Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall CT offers epic multi day ultra trail events from about 61 to over 150 miles, huge elevation gain, and generous 72 to 84 hour time windows. Run, hike, or walk with veteran owned organizers.

Take on a 24 hour trail challenge at Mohawk Mountain with a 28 plus mile course and huge elevation gain that rewards grit and strategy. Run, hike, or walk solo or as a relay with veteran owned IronHike Endurance Productions.

Run scenic, rooty trails in Groton Town Forest on October 4 with 9.5 mile and 3.4 mile options through rolling hills and rocks. Limited to 250 runners with refreshments and awards.