Trail Running calendar near Windsor 2026-2027

The third annual Tappen Brook 5K in Bridgewater, CT, uses newly opened trails through Bridgewater Town Park with packed dirt and natural paths and views of Lake Lillinonah. Participants receive a race-day gift and top finishers earn prizes.

A community eight hour trail event of roughly 5K loops at Crandall's Park in Tolland, CT on August 15, 2026. The day includes a potluck, raffles per loop with prizes, and a 50th anniversary gift for runners who complete at least one loop.

Experience a rolling cross country run through the forests and meadows of the Landis Arboretum. This sanctioned 5K race offers views of the Schoharie Valley and access to scenic trails and gardens.

A 4.61 mile trail race at Moody Park in Claremont NH featuring narrow single track, wet sections and a steep drop and climb at Gravity Cavity. The event is part of the Western NH Trail Running Series and benefits the local parks department.

A 6 hour loop ultra and a 4.2 mile memorial run at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont, MA on August 22, 2026. The 4.2 mile trail runs through woods, fields and an apple orchard with about 830 feet elevation per lap.

This 4-mile trail run in Schenectady Central Park uses a flexible time trial format. All proceeds support addiction recovery services, honoring a personal legacy. A pre race stretching session is included.

Trail races at Thacher State Park on August 23, 2026, with 10K, half marathon, marathon, and 50K options that share the same opening 10K loop. The event is cupless with multiple aid stations and race day packet pick up.

Experience a classic 5k cross country race through the scenic fields of Waters Farm in Sutton. Join the USATF New England Grand Prix season opener on a spike friendly course with both open and masters divisions.

A scenic 10 km trail loop in Perkinsville Vermont that passes three dams and includes a low river crossing with a rope and lifeguard. Post-run refreshments and a nearby swimming hole are available at the finish.

Traverse the scenic ski slopes and forest trails of Wachusett Mountain in this timed event featuring loops from 7 to 28 miles. Earn a finisher medal within 10 hours and enjoy a post trek party at the mountain base.

A lakeside trail run in Goshen, New Hampshire on September 5, 2026, with 3 mile and 5.7 mile courses, awards, swag, and a raffle. The longer distance awards points in the Western NH Trail Running Series.

A 50K trail ultramarathon in the Wilcox Lake Wild Forest near Stony Creek, NY, with a lollipop route, about 3,028 feet of climb, two stocked aid stations, and a required experience review for entry.

A trail event in Rosendale, NY on the Shawangunk Ridge Trail offering 70 mile, 30 mile, and half marathon divisions. The course crosses varied terrain and is minimally supported so participants must carry food and water purification.

Trail race at Macedonia Brook State Park on 13 September 2026 featuring single-track forest trails, climbs, viewpoints and three distances: 50K, 25K and 12K.

Run a scenic 5K trail race through 300 acres of natural terrain at Winding Trails in Farmington. Compete for age group awards and the local Lee Chisholm Award on a course surrounding Walton Pond.

A community 5K in Hillsborough, NH on September 20, 2026, organized by the Hillsboro Fire Department. The off-road course may be uneven and strollers are not recommended; registration runs March 25 to September 19 with a $30 fee.

A point to point trail marathon in the Catskill Mountains with almost 7,000 feet of elevation gain, multiple aid stations, finishline food and proceeds that support land conservation. Registration opens May 1, 2026.

Experience an endurance tradition at Mt. Ascutney featuring 50 mile and 50 km ultra runs, mountain bike races, and team relays. This scenic event supports Vermont Adaptive and includes fun races for kids.

Experience an ultimate endurance test at Mohawk Mountain by taking on 61 miles and 29,155 feet of elevation gain. Participants have 72 hours to run hike or walk their way to an Everest sized vertical achievement.

This 24-hour trail challenge in Cornwall, CT, covers over 28 miles and 13,685 feet of elevation gain. Participants can run, hike, or walk the double marathon distance or tackle it as a relay.