Trail Running calendar near Pittsfield 2026-2027

A five-race Monday evening cross country series at Wickham Park in Manchester CT, the 35th edition features roughly 2.4 to 2.6 mile courses, a discounted full-series entry, and proceeds supporting the Manchester High School Shoe Fund.

A series of short trail races at West Trapps Trailhead in Gardiner as part of the Shawangunk Runners summer series, with start and finish at Trapps Bridge and parking at the Mohonk Preserve West Trapps entry; registration is closed.

Notchview Ultra in Windsor, MA runs July 10 to 13, 2026 and offers multiple timed and distance events from 6 hours to 100.7 miles. The race uses a groomed 1.9 mile perimeter loop with an aid station and on-site amenities.

A point-to-point 5K run starting at the Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue and finishing at the Old Home Days grounds, featuring a shaded two-mile section on the Air Line Trail, shuttle transport to the start, evening bib pickup, and pre-regist..

A timed loop trail race at Putnam Memorial State Park on July 11, 2026. Runners repeat a 1.776 mile loop on carriage roads and short singletrack in 12, 6, or 3 hour formats.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run in Albany, NY on July 12, 2026 featuring more than 18 obstacles. The event welcomes participants aged seven and up and is presented as non competitive with an emphasis on fun and teamwork.

Experience a midweek evening trail run through the diverse terrain of Bowdoin Park. This 5 mile race features a mix of grass and rocky trails with awards for top finishers and a food drive for the local pantry.

Experience a four part summer trail series at the Dublin School Outdoor Center. Run a scenic 5K loop featuring singletrack and rolling terrain while supporting local charities and community needs.

A 1 mile out and back on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail with a crushed gravel surface and hand timing. Held July 19, 2026 in East Granby in two waves with limited parking; proceeds benefit charities.

Two trail-focused races at Beartown State Forest in Great Barrington, MA: a 5-mile loop around Benedict Pond and a roughly 13.5-mile half with significant climbing and technical terrain. The event is cupless with limited parking and shuttle..

Part of the Shawangunk Runners summer series since 1974, the Blueberry Run in Kerhonkson features a 4.1 mile loop around Lake Minnewaska plus shorter kids races, with parking at Minnewaska State Park and no registration fee.

A trail race at Soapstone Mountain in Somers, CT featuring a 5.5 mile loop with six ascents, a cupless water stop, a 50 runner cap, and course sections that can be steep and rocky; organized by the Shenipsit Striders.

A 30 km singletrack mountain race in the Catskills on July 26, 2026 with about 4,800 ft of climb and a six hour cut off. The remote route has limited aid, wave starts, and entry requires qualifying standards.

A 3.1 mile lap race at Chris Lewit Tennis Academy near Manchester, Vermont, held on wooded trails beside the West River. Net proceeds support veterans charities and all racers receive a free T shirt; family activities include river swimming..

Muddy Dash Boston is a family-friendly 5K mud run at 508 INTL Adventure Sports Center on August 1, 2026, with obstacles, mud pits and slides, plus a pre-party and an after-party with music and food.

A five mile trail race on the Gurney Lane Trails in Queensbury, NY featuring single track terrain, chip timed results, age group awards, a post race celebration and proceeds benefiting the Under the Woods Foundation.

A 7-mile USATF sanctioned trail race in Barkhamsted, CT on 08/01/2026. Registration runs 05/03/2026 to 07/31/2026 with a $20 fee and no race day registration; results posted online by Greystone Electronics.

An eight hour track event at Clapp Park in Pittsfield with a virtual option, chip timing, on course bottle drop aid, and age division awards. Proceeds support the AYJ Fund and several discount codes are available.

Trail run and fundraiser in Poultney Vermont featuring an 8K, a half marathon and a kids fun run on singletrack and double track trails. Cup free aid stations offer refills, with awards, snacks and a post race raffle.

Lover's Lane in Chester VT is a time-based trail running event on August 8, 2026, offering six or twelve hour options on a 1.8 mile loop with 280 ft elevation per lap. Basic aid and food are provided and proceeds support local organizations..