Trail Running Calendar Connecticut 2026-2027

Celebrate the switch to summer with a trail race through the landscape of Hebron Connecticut. Choose between three different distances for a run through the woods during the solstice.

Test your endurance at Roosevelt Forest on a 2.1 mile loop featuring classic New England terrain. Complete as many laps as you wish over 33 hours or aim for the 100 mile buckle in this intimate 50 runner event.

A 12 hour timed event at Brooksvale Park in Hamden CT on a 4.25 mile loop with 500 feet of gain per loop. Multiple-loop options cover marathon and 50k distances and an aid station is available each loop.

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.

Experience a historic trail run at Connecticut's Putnam Memorial State Park. Choose between 3, 6, or 12 hour options on a 1.776 mile loop that passes through former Revolutionary War encampments.

Join a community trail run or walk at Owen Bell Park to support the Ryan French Memorial Scholarship Fund. This family friendly event features a 5K trail, a walk, and a free kids fun run.

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.

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.

An evening cross-country event at Stonington High School on August 5, 2026, featuring a 5K and a Children's 1/2 Mile for ages 10 and under. The course starts and finishes on the track and includes campus streets, trails, grass, and a bridge..

The third annual Tappen Brook 5K in Bridgewater, CT, uses newly opened trails through Bridgewater Town Park with packed dirt and natural paths and views of Lake Lillinonah. Participants receive a race-day gift and top finishers earn prizes.

A community eight hour trail event of roughly 5K loops at Crandall's Park in Tolland, CT on August 15, 2026. The day includes a potluck, raffles per loop with prizes, and a 50th anniversary gift for runners who complete at least one loop.

A family friendly 5k obstacle race at Stratford Short Beach on September 5, 2026, featuring more than 18 obstacles with sand and water elements. The event raises funds for Sterling Community Center programs and supports team and individual..

Experience a scenic 3.3 mile trail run or hike through the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. Support local land conservation while enjoying a timed course around Clark Pond followed by an awards ceremony with refreshments.

A seventh annual group run along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail from West Suffield to New Haven to raise funds for Mental Health Connecticut. About 56 miles, largely self-supported with a 14-hour cut-off.

Trail race at Macedonia Brook State Park on 13 September 2026 featuring single-track forest trails, climbs, viewpoints and three distances: 50K, 25K and 12K.

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.

The Where the Pavement Ends trail race offers a technical 4.25-mile single loop or an 8-mile double loop through the Hemlock Hills. It's part of the multi-race Trail Mix Series. Both races start and finish at the Lake Windwing ballfields in..

Run a scenic 5K trail race through 300 acres of natural terrain at Winding Trails in Farmington. Compete for age group awards and the local Lee Chisholm Award on a course surrounding Walton Pond.

Experience the technical terrain of Cockaponsett State Forest with 4 and 9 mile trail races. Navigate hills and rocky paths in Chester to support PanCAN and the Blue Blazed Trail Race series.

Run the Moosup Valley All Trail Race on September 27, 2026. Choose from a 5K, 8K, or 10K on the 100% trail course at Moosup Valley State Park. After the run, enjoy post-race food and a choice of a shirt or medallion.