Vernon
Trail Running Calendar near Vernon 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Vernon for 2026-2027! We've gathered 23 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Run 56 miles across the entire state of Connecticut on a flat, scenic trail to raise funds and awareness for mental health initiatives.
A community fundraiser in Pomfret Center with a trail 5K and a 0.5 mile kids run supporting the Pomfret Community School PTO. Early and later registration fees differ and awards plus finisher medals are given.
A 5K trail run at Winding Trails in Farmington on the designated course around Walton Pond, with registration from February 20 to September 20 and a $35 fee; overall and age-group awards plus a prize for the first local finishers.
Experience a technical trail race through the Nassahegan State Forest and Devil’s Kitchen in Burlington, featuring 5K and 8K distances on the Blue-Blazed hiking trail system.
October 2026
Experience the NipMuck Trail Marathon in Ashford, a 26.4 mile course featuring technical terrain and a relay option through the scenic woods of Connecticut.
Join the annual Run Stanley event at Stanley Park for a variety of trail races including a 5K K9 run and an accessible 1 mile stroll. Support local wildlife sanctuary maintenance while enjoying a community day in the park.
A fall 5K and 2 mile walk at Ashley Reservoir in Holyoke supporting Legacy Equine Center & Sanctuary with scenic water views and local wildlife.
A community 5K in Bolton, CT on 10/17/2026 along the Hop River rails to trails, with a $30 entry donated to Project Purple to support pancreatic cancer awareness.
Trail 5K and a kids one mile fun race on a 33 acre campus in Middlefield CT with breakfast treats and finisher medals.
A multi-terrain 5K, a scenic 2 Mile walk, and a short kids loop at Old Sturbridge Village on October 25, 2026, with event shirts, limited medals, and age-group prizes.
November 2026
Run a technical 10k loop through the rocky single track trails of Penwood State Park in Connecticut to support mental health awareness.
A 5K fundraiser at Riverside Park offering run, walk, erg and rowing options to support Riverfront Recapture's community rowing program.
Trail races at YMCA Camp Sloper on November 21, 2026, offering a 400 minute loop challenge and a four mile option with chip timing and an aid station.
An accurately measured 8K cross-country race at the MDC Reservoir Complex in West Hartford with gravel, trails and fields and USATF sanction pending.
Inaugural 5K at Southington High School on November 22, 2026 supporting Southington Track & Field, with a campus course and a Kid's Fun Run.
Off-road 5 km and 5 mile run plus a 5 km ruck in South Glastonbury on November 28, with a kids fun run and a post-event chili, s'mores and brewery beverages.
March 2027
A 16 mile trail race on the Nipmuck Trail in Union, CT on March 28, 2027, organized by the Shenipsit Striders with minimal aid and proceeds supporting local trail groups.