Trail Running calendar near Amherst 2026-2027

Experience the seasonal scenery of New Hampshire at the Keene Family YMCA Fall Foliage Trail Race. Choose between a fast 5K or a 10K with elevation gain to support local community programs.

Experience the peak of New England autumn on a journey through the mountains and fields of central Massachusetts. This trail event offers three distances crossing state borders for runners seeking adventure on the Midstate Trail.

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 on the Airline Trail. Choose between marathon, half marathon, and 10K distances with individual or relay team options to support local student education.

Experience New Hampshire’s original 30 hour ultramarathon on the historic Granite Town Rail Trail. Choose from multiple distances and relay options in this flat and fast Halloween themed fundraiser for local trail conservation.

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.

Experience the diverse landscapes of Westerly and Hopkinton in this trail race series event. Runners can choose between 10K and 10 mile distances featuring riverfront views and technical single track paths.

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.

Fall trail races on rugged single-track at Mt. Tom State Park include a 25k, 2-person 25k relay, 10k and a 5k fun run with significant climbing and proceeds benefiting Kestrel Land Trust.

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..

Experience an obstacle course race inside the historic Fenway Park stadium. This event features a 5K course with 20 obstacles and dedicated races for children through the iconic home of the Boston Red Sox.

A backyard ultra at Kenty's Farm on a 4.1666 mile loop where runners repeat hourly laps until one remains. Timed options of 6, 12 and 24 hours and single-lap entries are also available.

TARCkey Trot is a 6 hour trail challenge at Wright Locke Farm of repeated 5K loops with rocky rollers. Run as many loops as you wish and bring your own hydration for this cupless event.

Test your endurance at YMCA Camp Sloper with a 400 minute timed challenge or a 4 mile trail race. Explore rolling wooded trails in Southington while supporting local charities and youth running programs.

A Last Person Standing mountain event in Brownsville, VT where runners repeat hourly climbs totaling large elevation gains. Options include a higher turnaround of about 1,209 feet or repeated t bar repeats; aid and indoor facilities are pro..

Enjoy a festive four mile trail race through the wide paths of Mine Falls Park. All proceeds from the run and raffle support residential and educational programs at the Nashua Childrens Home.

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.