Trail Running calendar near Dayton 2026-2027

Experience a festive trail race in Salisbury this Easter weekend. Choose between timed 5K and 10K trail runs or a vibrant 1 mile color run that supports local parks and recreation.

This USATF-sanctioned 10-mile trail race runs along the Merrimack River in Andover, MA. The event features unique homemade prizes and awards, with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance. Post-race refreshments and a raffle add to the c..

Support marine mammal rescue by running through the scenic forests and rocky shores of Odiorne Point State Park. This family friendly event features a chip timed 5K trail race, kids fun runs, and a community beach cleanup.

The Big A 50K Trail Race is a challenging loop course on Mount Agamenticus with technical, rocky terrain and significant elevation. Participants can choose their distance, from 10 miles up to the full 50K. The event is free to register for,..

A half marathon on the singletrack trails of the Coös Trails Network in Gorham, NH. The grassroots event supports local trail maintenance and finishes at Big Day Brewing with a post-run voucher.

A trail race on Winant Park Trails near downtown Concord with windy singletrack, switchbacks, and nordic type paths. Two distances are offered and proceeds benefit the Ralph Waldo Emerson School for Preschoolers; day of event entry is avail..

Dixon's Revenge Trail Race offers a scenic run along the Salmon Falls River in Rollinsford, NH. Choose from a 5 Miler, 5K, or a Canicross 5K event to run with your dog. The loop courses mix rail trails and single-track paths for a varied tr..

Explore the scenic trails of Whitaker Woods in North Conway with a chip timed 5K or a one mile fun run. This community event supports local health services while offering a mix of flat loops and gradual wooded climbs.

The Canterbury Shaker Village XC 5k will take place in Canterbury on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Join the Bethel Rotary 5K, a fun run supporting local after-school programs. Choose between a 5 km distance or a free 1 mile kids run, with options to participate in-person or virtually. All youth participants under 18 can join the 5K for f..

Cross country 5K at Cole's Family Farm in Dayton on May 16, 2026 supporting the Southern Maine Young Marines. Options include a 1.25K fun run and a 5K ruck march; entry includes a patriotic t-shirt and participation medal.

A point-to-point 50-mile ultramarathon from Manchester to Monadnock State Park, featuring over 6,000 feet of elevation gain. The course mixes roads, dirt roads, and trails, and requires GPX navigation. With limited spots, runners must plan..

The Trav's Trail Run will take place in Newburyport on Sunday 17 May 2026. You can run 3 miles.

Experience Maine's premier trail running festival featuring races from 5K to 100K. This multi day event includes a 30 hour endurance challenge, dog friendly canicross races, and a sunset run at Pineland Farms.

Run or walk through the scenic Wildcat State Forest Trail in Boxford. This bird friendly event features separate courses for runners and walkers starting at the Danvers YMCA Camp overlooking Stiles Pond.

A scenic 2.5 mile off-road run or walk around Horn Pond paired with a festival at Ice House Park featuring food trucks, a DJ, raffles, kids activities, and over 25 local mental health and substance use providers.

The Chocorua Mountain Race is a rugged 23K adventure in New Hampshire's White Mountains, featuring 4,800 feet of climbing over rocky trails to the summit of Mount Chocorua. It kicks off the White Mountain Endurance Cup series. Runners must..

The Sunapee Scramble is a two-lap mountain race at Mount Sunapee Resort, featuring 9.3 miles and 3,300 feet of climbing. It hosts both the USATF and Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships in 2026. The event also includes the New..

Experience a 6.9 mile mountain race at Cannon Mountain featuring 3,080 feet of elevation gain. Run through technical ski trails and rocky ridges to reach a 4,031 foot summit with views of Franconia Notch State Park.

The Otter Pond Trail Races will take place in Standish on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.