Trail Running calendar near Melrose 2025-2026

TARC Wapack and Back is a scenic, rugged trail race in May on the Wapack Trail between Massachusetts and New Hampshire, offering 21.5, 43 and 50 mile options. Expect technical terrain, big climbs, limited aid, and a tight knit trail communi..

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

Experience the 9th annual Wildcat 5K Trail Run, Walk and Wag on May 30, 2026 in Boxford, a scenic 5K around Stiles Pond through Wildcat State Forest. Runners, walkers and their dogs will enjoy trails, prizes and a festive post race celebrat..

Run a scenic 5 mile route along the Cheshire Rail Trail from Fitzwilliam Depot to the restored Troy Depot while supporting the Fitzwilliam and Troy Historical Societies. Food, festivities and a short kids loop make it a great community day.

Run a scenic 3 mile trail through farmland and finish among the vineyard vines at Westport Rivers Winery, then enjoy wine, BBQ, live music and a souvenir glass. Race entry is 21 and over while BBQ options welcome families.

Run the rugged Flat Rock Trail Race in Dunstable MA on June 13, 2026. Choose a single 5 mile loop or take on a 6 hour loop challenge across rocky climbs, old railroad bed and an arched bridge while supporting the Humane Society for Greater..

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.

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.

Enjoy scenic 1 Mile and 5K trail runs and hikes at the Annual Trail Challenge on Mount Agamenticus in York, Maine Saturday September 19. Proceeds support conservation and education and a community raffle makes the day festive.

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.

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..

Celebrate the 20th Wayland HFC Striders Cross Country Festival on October 11, 2026, a family friendly meet supporting Wayland High School programs. Youth 3K plus open 5K races, trophies and local sponsors make for a fun community day.

Experience rugged single and double track in Willowdale State Forest at the TARC Stone Cat Trail Festival in Ipswich, with distances from 10K to 100K and a Cider Donut Mile for fun. Proceeds support land stewardship and local food pantries.