Trail Running calendar near Melrose 2026-2027

A trail running event in Rollinsford, New Hampshire featuring a *5 Miler*, a *5K*, and a Canicross 5K with rail trail and single-track sections along the Salmon Falls River.

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

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 new Soapstone Mountain Half Marathon debuts in 2026 alongside the Jerry Stage 6K. Both are trail races in Shenipsit Forest starting at Reddington Rock Riding Club, organized by the Shenipsit Striders with proceeds to trail stewardship gro..

The 4K Trail Run will take place in Boston from Wednesday 20 May 2026 to Thursday 21 May 2026.

A lap-based trail race in Keene NH using a 12.5 km loop with options up to 50 km, technical wooded terrain, aid stations, and a cupless policy requiring personal hydration gear.

Trail races at Powisset Farm in Dover MA run through farm fields and Noanet Woodlands with four distances from 1.5 to 8.3 miles. One aid station provides water and this is a cupless race so runners must bring their own hydration carrier.

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..

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.

A five mile fun run along the Cheshire Rail Trail from the Fitzwilliam Railroad Depot to the restored Troy Depot, with a short children's loop and food and festivities at both depots. The event raises funds for local historical societies.

Run a scenic 3-mile trail through vineyards and farms at Westport Rivers Winery. After the race, enjoy a dinner with wine and live music. All runners receive a souvenir wine glass.

A two-lap mountain race at Mount Sunapee on June 7, 2026, serving as the USATF National Classic Mountain Championship and the Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships. About 9.2 miles and roughly 3,250 feet of elevation gain.

A trail event in Dunstable MA featuring a marked 5-mile loop with about 600 feet of elevation per loop and a 6-hour option to run multiple laps; proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Nashua.

A trail running event at Mansfield Hollow State Park offering a 15.7 mile out-and-back on the Nipmuck Trail and a new 5K course entirely inside the park. Proceeds support Connecticut trail stewardship groups.

Stone Tower Half Marathon is a 13.1 mile trail race in Lynn Woods Reservation run as three identical loops that pass the historic Stone Tower. The course features forested singletrack, rocky trails and carriage roads and emphasizes environm..

Spaulding Woods 50K is a trail ultramarathon in Northfield, NH on July 11, 2026. The race uses a technical 5.6 mile loop with rocks, roots and footbridges, requires six laps and a ten hour time limit, and supports Spaulding Academy.

Run the TARC Blue Hills Skyline 12K on June 21 in Milton, MA, tackling about 2,300 feet of climbing on rocky, technical Skyline trails. Stair climbs and panoramic Boston skyline views make this a memorable trail challenge.

A 5.5 mile trail race at Soapstone Mountain featuring six ascents and about 1500 feet of climbing. The route circles the mountain with multiple steep rocky sections, limited aid access, and a field limited to 50 runners due to parking.

A roughly 3.6 mile trail race at Kingman Farm in Madbury, NH on July 26, 2026, featuring rolling nordic style paths and switchback singletrack. Day of registration is available and proceeds support an autism foundation.

Experience the Trail Animals Running Club Summer Classic at Medfield's Noon Hill and Shattuck Reservations, a scenic and challenging 10 mile loop of forested singletrack that climbs to a Noon Hill vista. Distances include 10 miles, 40 miles..