Trail Running calendar near Nantasket Beach 2026-2027

A multisport festival at Pawtuckaway State Park offering swim, bike and run options for people who identify as women. Choose an individual triathlon, two sport combo, single sport or a relay team in a non competitive setting.

A trail-based 5K obstacle course at Wasserman Park on September 26, 2026, featuring 12+ beginner to intermediate obstacles. Entry is limited to 200 participants, costs $40, and early registrants receive a race shirt and finisher medal.

An all-trail event on the Moosup Valley State Park Trail in Moosup, CT offering 5K, 8K, 10K and a free Kids Fun Run with post-race shirts or medallions and food at Weidele's; proceeds benefit a local Rotary charity.

Trail races at the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge in Sudbury MA include a 10K, a 30K and a 6 hour timed event. The course uses dirt and gravel double track trails with two aid stations and cupless fueling.

Run for Nature in Lowell on September 27, 2026 features a 10K trail run, a 5K run or walk and a kids one mile fun run, with marked trails and community activities supporting local conservation and education.

A 5K fall trail run and walk at Ryan Park in North Kingstown on October 3, 2026, benefiting the North Kingstown Firefighters Association. Registrations before September 14 include a race day t shirt and top finishers receive medals.

A 25 kilometer trail race through the Edwin L. Smith Preserve in Kennebunkport, Maine on October 3, 2026. Proceeds support the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and registration is limited to 100 entrants.

A timed trail ultra in Cumberland RI offering 8 hour, 12 hour, and 34 hour options for individuals and teams up to four. The 4.2 mile loop mixes smooth trail and moderately technical rocky sections.

An annual 5K cross country run or walk in Franklin Park supporting Boston Latin School Athletics. Team registration is new for 2026 and fees are tiered with free entry for BLS students.

Trail races in Groton, Massachusetts on October 4, 2026, organized by local running and trails groups. Two distances, 9.5 miles and 3.4 miles, total entries limited to 250, online registration closes October 3.

A 26.4 miles trail marathon in Ashford Connecticut on October 4, 2026, run on the Nipmuck Trail with rocky and rooty sections and wood bridges. A two person relay is offered and cutoffs are set by elapsed times.

A 5K trail run and 1 mile fun run at Tibbetts Field in Madbury NH on October 4, 2026, with a two mile loop through Powder Major Forest and natural trail features including roots, mud, leaves and a hay-bale hurdle.

Trail races at Houghton's Pond in the DCR Blue Hills Reservation follow rolling dirt roads and forest paths with rocks and roots. Two distances are offered, about 7 miles and 3.7 miles, with notable elevation change on each course.

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.

On October 11, 2026 the HFC Striders Cross Country Festival returns to Wayland for its 20th running, featuring 3K youth races across age groups and two 5K open races, with awards and proceeds benefiting Wayland High School.

A rugged trail race at Pawtuckaway State Park featuring technical terrain, boulders, streams and a rocky climb. It offers a half marathon and a 5 mile option and lists $7500 in prize money for 2026.

A community 5K and 1 mile fun run on October 11, 2026 supporting Unified programs at Beckwith and Dighton Middle Schools. Fees vary by registration period and registered runners receive T-shirts and awards for top finishers.

A beach fun run at Sandy Neck Beach in Barnstable offering 3K and 5K courses on sand; organized by the MSOA to raise funds for scholarships for high school seniors and partnered with local groups for 2026.

A 3 mile trail run through Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton followed by dinner, wine and music among the vines. Race entry includes timing, a t shirt and a souvenir wine glass; dinner only options are also available.

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.