Trail Running calendar near Back Cove 2026-2027

Experience an annual half marathon on the tallest mountain in Southern Maine. Run across technical single track and mountain ridges to support local land conservation and trail maintenance.

A virtual 55K challenge linked to the Great Bay 5K in Stratham, New Hampshire. Complete 55 kilometers in one day or between October 1 and October 24, 2026; registration includes a shirt if ordered by October 1 and a bib with a beer or cider..

Last person standing trail running on October 3, 2026 in Center Conway, New Hampshire. Runners repeat a roughly 3.5 mile loop with about 250 feet of climb per lap; camping and weekend meals are available.

Experience the Bobcat Ridge 25K trail race at the Edwin L Smith Preserve in Maine. This event features a limited field of 100 runners and supports the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust.

The Mile for Mentoring will take place in Gilford on Sunday 4 October 2026.

Teams compete on a 278 yard obstacle course featuring hurdles and a water hazard. This unique event in the Maine mountains rewards the winners with their partner's weight in beer and five times their weight in cash.

Vulcan's Fury Trail Race at Pawtuckaway State Park offers a half marathon and a 5 Miler over technical trails with boulder fields, switchbacks, stream crossings and a rocky ridge called the Devil's Staircase. Three aid stations support runn..

The Cranmore Mountain Race is a classic two lap mountain run in New Hampshire. Runners tackle ski slopes and trails for a share of $7500 in prizes. This historic event is part of the USATF New England Mountain Circuit.

Trail race at East Windham Conservation Area offering a five loop 50k and a single loop 10k. The course uses Purple Red and Blue trails with two aid stations per loop and about 900 feet of climb per lap.

Discover the beauty of Emmons Preserve at a community event featuring trail races and family activities. Enjoy music and local treats while supporting holistic education through a variety of distances for runners and walkers.

Experience a classic New England trail event at Willowdale State Forest featuring multiple distances from 10K to 100K. Run through rolling terrain on a course celebrated for its community spirit and long history.