Trail Running calendar near New Salem 2026-2027

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.

A community run on October 10, 2026, organized by the Lebanon Recreation, Arts, and Parks Department, following the Rail Trail from Enfield along Mascoma Lake and the Mascoma River to a finish in Lebanon. Fees change before race week and pa..

Trail running at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area with 5K, 10K, half and marathon routes on ski slopes and state forest, cupless aid stations and finisher medals.

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 time-based event in New Salem MA offering 12 hour and 24 hour run or walk options around the town common on October 11, 2026.

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.

A multi format trail event on the Granite Town Rail Trail in Brookline and Milford NH on October 17 and 18 2026, featuring 7.5 mile relays, 15 mile and 30 mile races and a 30 hour ultramarathon. Proceeds support local trail conservation.

A 3.5 mile trail run and walk on the scenic, flat Mill Pond Trail at Woodtick Recreation in Wolcott CT on October 17, 2026. Tiered online registration is available and a post-event meal is included with registration.

A six hour weighted trail race in Mansfield, MA on October 17, 2026 where runners complete as many 2.5 mile out-and-back laps as they can, scoring pound-miles called Kz by multiplying lap distance by the weight carried.

A harvest-season 5K trail event at White Barn Farm in Wrentham with off-road terrain, a midway water station, bib pick-up the day before, family Harvestween activities, and a portion of registrations donated to the local food pantry.

A fall trail race at Mt. Tom State Park on October 24, 2026, with single and relay options from 5k to 25k on rugged single-track terrain. The event supports Kestrel Land Trust and includes aid stations, medical crews, and awards.

A community run at Ives Farm hosted by Cheshire Community YMCA and Cheshire Land Trust. Features a trail 5K, a youth Y Cup relay with elementary teams, a free Pumpkin Dash for young children and family fall activities.

A backyard ultramarathon and festival at Waters Farm in Sutton MA where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour on the bell until one remains. The weekend features live music, hay rides, a kids fun run, farm tours, and local food.

A 4.9 mile mountain trail race in Keene, NH featuring four up and down laps on varied ski and single-track trails, with proceeds and food donations benefiting the Keene Community Kitchen.

A fall trail 5k in Berkley MA combining running, rucking, and walking to honor military, first responders, and K9s. Dogs are allowed on leash with a waiver and proceeds support local canine and service organizations.

Trail races through Powisset Farm and Noanet Woodlands in Dover MA with 8.6, 5.6, 3.1 and 1.5 mile options, post-race cider donuts and family activities.

A fall trail event in Harvard on October 25, 2026 featuring a 5K through orchard and woods plus a 1 mile kids fun run, with age divisions, awards, shirts, and proceeds benefiting the Harvard Conservation Trust.

A stadium stair-climb at Gillette Stadium where participants run, walk, or roll through about 5,184 steps in support of Homes For Our Troops. The event offers team and wheelchair waves, optional fundraising, and spectator registration.