Trail Running calendar near Forest Park 2025-2026

Take on a scenic 15.7 mile trail run on the Nipmuck Trail in Mansfield CT, following the Fenton River through woods, fields and small bridge crossings. Organized by the Shenipsit Striders, proceeds support local trail stewardship.

Ridge Reaper Trail Runs at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation mixes runnable singletrack and carriage roads with rewarding ridge views. Choose 25K, 50K or 50M for big elevation gains, aid stations, finisher medals and podium awards.

Join the Stonington Cross Country 5K in Pawcatuck CT on Wednesday August 12 2026 for a free community race that blends one track loop, quiet campus roads and scenic trails. A children's 1/2 mile for ages 10 and under also finishes on the sc..

Hit the fields at Waters Farm on Sunday, August 23, 2026 for the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic, a fast and friendly 5K cross country through scenic farm trails. A USATF New England Grand Prix stop with race day registration available.

The TARC Fall Classic will take place in Carlisle on Saturday 5 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 miles.

Run the Shawangunk Ridge Trail in Rosendale NY on Sep 12, 2026. Choose 70 mile, 30 mile or half marathon routes through rocky ridgelines, waterfalls and cliffs in a self supported backcountry challenge.

Tackle a scenic 5K through Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, winding past Clark Pond on root and rock strewn trails; hikers welcome. This fourth annual run benefits preserve maintenance and finishes with local pub awards and camaraderie.

Tackle scenic, technical trails this September at the Macedonia Trail Race in Kent Connecticut. Choose 12K, 25K or 50K routes that climb Cobble Mountain and finish with medals and a lively post race spread.

Hit the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail on Sunday, September 27 for scenic 5K, 10K and a kids fun run on all trail terrain. Post race food and gear, leashed dogs welcome, and proceeds support the Rotary Club of Plainfield.

Take on Mohawk Mountain CT October 1 to 4, 2026 with Iron Hike's Fall series offering epic ultra and relay distances from backyard 100 mile to brutal 152 mile tests. Veteran owned and built for extreme elevation and fierce camaraderie.

Take on a 24 hour trail challenge at Mohawk Mountain with a 28 plus mile course and huge elevation gain that rewards grit and strategy. Run, hike, or walk solo or as a relay with veteran owned IronHike Endurance Productions.

Run scenic, rooty trails in Groton Town Forest on October 4 with 9.5 mile and 3.4 mile options through rolling hills and rocks. Limited to 250 runners with refreshments and awards.

Run the Midstate Massive Ultra Trail on October 10 to 11, 2026 across central New England, a UTMB Index point to point ultramarathon along the Midstate Trail. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile or 50K courses that wind through mountains, fields and r..

Run the Mohawk Mountain Race at Mohawk Ski Area in Connecticut on Oct 12 with distances from 5K to marathon and rolling trails through Mohawk State Forest. Expect big climbs, rugged singletrack, aid stations and a finisher medal.

The Wayland / HFC Striders XC Festival will take place in Wayland on Sunday 11 October 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Run 13.1 miles on forest trails at the Storybook Half Marathon in Roosevelt Forest, Stratford CT, completing eight scenic loops of single and doubletrack. Wear a costume, enjoy post race perks, and donate children's books to Books4Everyone.