Trail Running calendar near Ipswich 2026-2027

Snow or no snow, join the NHTI Lynx on January 10 in Concord for a spirited snowshoe race on scenic college cross country trails with 2 mile, 4 mile and kids events. Proceeds support NHTI Athletics and awards go to top finishers.

Tackle the TARCtic Frozen Yeti at Hale Education in Westwood MA on Feb 7 and 8 2026 with a 30 hour challenge or a 15 mile looped race. Expect well marked winter trails, regular aid and proceeds supporting land conservation.

Join Ramsey's Run in Kingston MA on March 14, 2026 for a scenic 5k trail run through the woods, timed by a professional company. Honor a class of 2023 member and support a family scholarship with every entry.

Run scenic singletrack loops around ponds and woodlands at Hale Education in Westwood, with a 6 hour endurance option or a 3.5 mile loop. Bring your own bottle for this cupless event and enjoy a laid back aid station at the start.

CT123 is a point to point 123 mile ultramarathon across Connecticut, blending trails and backroads for a scenic, challenging adventure. Choose solo 200K or 100K or team relay options, and earn a buckle or medal plus a 2025 race tee.

Join the Tortoise and the Hare Trail Races in Salisbury on April 4, 2026 for trail 10K, 5K and a fun 1 Mile Color Run. Enjoy custom tech shirts, post race music and snacks while supporting Salisbury Parks and Recreation.

Join the Merrimack River 10 miles on April 11 for a USATF sanctioned out and back trail race starting behind the DoubleTree in Andover. Enjoy water stops, post race bagels and a raffle while supporting local trail maintenance.

Explore wooded trails at Wompatuck State Park in Hingham with 5K, 5 mile and 8 Hour options on April 11. Expect mud, climbs, aid stations and community snacks plus custom finisher awards and bonus swag for early registrants.

Enjoy smooth loop trails in Jericho Town Forest with distances from 10K to 50K and a free youth run. This cupless race often sells out so register early and bring your own hydration for vegan friendly aid.

Hit the trails at the Cape Cod Trail Race on May 3, 2026, with 10K, 20K and 30K options through the scenic Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area. Register soon for a community focused day of challenging trails and postrace camaraderie.

TARC Wapack and Back in Ashburnham MA features 21.5, 43 and 50 mile out and back runs on the classic Wapack Trail. Rugged rocky singletrack, big climbs and sweeping views, plus aid stations and headlamp requirements for longer distances.

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

Tackle rugged single track and jeep roads in Keene, NH at the Drummer Hill Trail Races on May 23, 2026. Complete one to four 12.5k laps to choose your distance, enjoy aid stations and earn a drumstick finisher award.

Hit the trails at the Wildcat 5K Trail Run Walk Wag in Boxford on May 30, 2026, for a scenic 5K through Wildcat State Forest with pond views and separate courses for runners and walkers. Enjoy post race treats, swag, and prizes for top fini..

Run a scenic 5 mile Cheshire Rail Trail from Fitzwilliam Depot to the restored Troy Depot on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Enjoy family fun, food, and festivities while supporting the Fitzwilliam and Troy historical societies.

Run a scenic 3 mile trail through farm fields and finish among the vineyard rows at Westport Rivers Vineyard and Winery. Celebrate after with wine, music, BBQ and a souvenir glass for a festive postrun party.

Run the Sunapee Scramble in New Hampshire on June 7, 2026, a tough 9.2 mile mountain course with 3,250 feet of climbing. As the USATF National Classic Mountain Championship, it also selects the US Classic Up and Down Mountain Running Team.

Explore the inaugural Otter Pond Trail Races in Standish ME, with a scenic 10K, Dawn to Dusk challenge and a kids' fun run around Sebago Lake. Tackle technical single track and marked loops while supporting Bonny Eagle Athletics.

Explore rugged singletrack and an old railroad bed on a tough 5 mile loop at the Flat Rock Trail Race in Dunstable MA. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Nashua and runners can repeat loops for up to six hours.

Take on a technical 50K in Spaulding Woods New Hampshire, six rugged laps of rocky singletrack, roots, footbridges and about 4,400 feet of climbing. Aid stations and drop bags support runners chasing a 10 hour cutoff.