Trail Running calendar near Vernon 2025-2026

Experience the Trail Animals Running Club Summer Classic at Medfield's Noon Hill and Shattuck Reservations, a scenic and challenging 10 mile loop of forested singletrack that climbs to a Noon Hill vista. Distances include 10 miles, 40 miles..

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.

Take on the Jug End Loop Ultra at Jug End State Reservation on August 22, 2026. Run or walk a rolling 4.2 mile loop as many times as you can in six hours through woods, fields, and an apple orchard while supporting local charities.

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.

Join the Trail Animals Fall Classic at Great Brook Farm for scenic trails and distances from youth fun runs to 50 mile ultras. Community vibe, limited spots, and on course aid make this a favorite, so bring your own hydration and register e..

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.

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..

Run for the Pumpkins Trail Run takes place October 3, 2026 in Westerly, Rhode Island, with 10K, 5K and a free 1K kids run at Bradford Preserve. Celebrate fall on scenic preserved trails through Woody Hill and save with fall series bundle di..

Run the winding single lane trails of Groton Town Forest with a choice of 9.5 mile or 3.4 mile courses featuring roots, rocks and rolling climbs. Limited to 250 runners, this community race supports Groton trail maintenance and finishes wit..

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.

Tackle the Midstate Massive Ultra Trail, a UTMB Index point to point across New England following the historic Midstate Trail. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile or 50k routes through mountains, fields, roads and rivers for a multi state adventure.

Join the 20th Wayland / HFC Striders Cross Country Festival on October 11, 2026, featuring youth 3K races and open 5K events that support Wayland High School cross country and track. Presented by Middlesex Savings Bank with awards and commu..

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.

Join a scenic trail run through NE Connecticut along the Air Line State Park Trail with marathon, half, 10K, relay and junior distances. Tackle the Trail supports local students pursuing higher education.