Trail Running calendar near Amherst 2026-2027

The Midstate Massive Ultra Trail offers a 100-mile, 50-mile, and 50K journey on the Appalachian Midstate Trail. Runners traverse the mountains and fields of central Massachusetts during the peak of autumn. The course crosses into New Hampsh..

Challenge your legs on the slopes of Mohawk Mountain Ski Resort in Cornwall, CT. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K distances on a course featuring climbs, descents, and fall foliage views. Hikers are welcome on the shorter tra..

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..

Experience a point to point trail race in Northeast Connecticut with distances including a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5 person relay while supporting local students.

Run through history on New Hampshire's Granite Town Rail Trail. This October event offers races from a 15-mile run to a 30-hour ultramarathon, all benefiting local trail conservation. The fall foliage creates a memorable backdrop for this u..

This 3.5-mile trail run/walk on the flat Mill Pond Trail happens in Wolcott, CT. The Wolcott Lions Club hosts the event, which includes a race t-shirt and clam chowder. Registration opens online with a lower early-bird rate.

Explore the scenic trails of 100 Acre Woods in Malta, New York. This community event on October 18, 2026 features 2k, 3k, and 5k trail runs. All proceeds support local trail maintenance.

The Grills Trail Run will take place in Westerly on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run between 10 and 10 miles.

Run a scenic autumn 5k trail through Wrentham conservation land and a working farm. This cup-less race supports local agriculture and includes family Halloween fun. It's the final event of the Farm to Trail 5K Series.

Experience peak autumn foliage at the Mt. Tom Trail Race featuring a 25k solo or relay, a 10k, and a 5k fun run through rugged Massachusetts state park trails with significant elevation.

Tackle a unique mountain course that goes up and down four times over 4.9 miles. The event offers prize money, age group awards, and benefits the Keene Community Kitchen. Early registration includes a t-shirt.

This fall trail run takes place at Powisset Farm in Dover, MA, featuring four scenic distances through farm and woodland trails. Post-race cider donuts and family activities like pumpkin painting add to the farm atmosphere. It's part of the..

This 8-hour timed trail run takes place on the rolling farm trails at Gurski Farm in Brookfield, CT. Runners complete as many laps as possible on a course featuring single track. It offers a community atmosphere where participants frequentl..

Test your endurance at this backyard ultra in Winchendon featuring a 4.1666 mile loop through fields and trails. Choose from the last runner standing format, timed races, or a single lap challenge in a relaxed community setting.

Enjoy a 4 mile run through Mine Falls Park followed by a festive post race party and raffle at Martha's Exchange. Support the Nashua Children's Home in this community event hosted by the Gate City Striders.

A Thanksgiving morning trail run supporting endometriosis research. Choose a run or walk on the 3.5-mile Mill Pond Trail, followed by complimentary yoga. All participants get a finisher medal and swag bag.

TARC Winter Classic in Stoneham offers 8, 32 and 40 mile trail races on the white blazed Skyline Trail with rugged roots, rocks, frequent climbs and Boston skyline views. Expect technical trails, minimal markings and a festive finish.

The Tower Tag Challenge is a timed trail run in Connecticut's Sleeping Giant State Park. Runners complete 3.4-mile laps up and down the scenic Tower Trail within an 8-hour or 4-hour window. The event features awards, post-race refreshments,..

Celebrate 20 years of festive racing with a unique 3.5 mile cross country run or 2 mile walk through the hilly landscapes of Melrose. Enjoy a pasta lunch and compete for coveted nutcracker awards at this local December tradition.

Experience a winter trail challenge at Hale Education featuring 15 mile and 30 hour options. Navigate three unique loops through the Massachusetts woods while testing your endurance and self reliance in cold weather conditions.