Trail Running Calendar New Hampshire 2026-2027

A spring trail running and walking series at Great Glen Trails in Gorham, NH running May 14 to June 18, 2026. Courses of 5 km, 3 km and 1.5 km are offered, with series and one time entry fees and leashed dogs permitted.

A 5 km cross-country event at Canterbury Shaker Village on May 16, 2026 with in-person and virtual options. Online registration closes May 15 at 12:00 noon ET and the registration fee is $25.

A 50-mile point to point ultramarathon from Manchester to Mount Monadnock with about 6000 feet of gain over roads, dirt roads and trails. The course is GPX only with minimal markings, five aid stations, and a 125-runner cap.

Wason Pond Wrangler is an obstacle race on May 16, 2026 in Chester, New Hampshire, featuring a 5 km course run in multiple waves including a competitive wave. Online registration is closed and the event is limited to 800 participants.

A muddy trail event of roughly 13.1 miles around Jericho State Park in Berlin NH that is open to trail runners this year as well as mountain bikers. Proceeds support Coös Cycling Club trail maintenance and youth cycling programs.

A community 5K through the PEA trails in Exeter plus kids fun runs in three age groups, post race music, food, raffles and awards. Free babysitting is provided for children of registered 5K participants.

Trail races in Keene, NH using a 12.5K loop that can be repeated for 12.5K, 25K, 37.5K, or 50K. The course is technical single track and old jeep roads with aid stations, drop bag access, and portable toilets.

A family friendly Monday night trail series in Nashua offering 5K and 5-mile races plus virtual options, themed evenings with music and giveaways, and occasional frozen treats at the finish.

A 23K mountain trail race in Tamworth NH with roughly 4,800 feet of climbing, a technical loop over the 3,478 foot summit of Mount Chocorua, mandatory mountain safety gear, and inclusion in the White Mountain Endurance Cup.

A two-lap mountain race at Mount Sunapee Resort on June 7, 2026, covering about 9.3 miles and 3,300 feet of climbing. Hosts the 2026 USATF and Collegiate Mountain Running Championships and offers $30,000 in cash prizes.

A 6.9 miles mountain trail race at Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire with 3,080 ft of elevation gain and a summit at 4,031 feet. The route features a 2 mile Kinsman Ridge section on steep technical trails and a strict 2 hour summit cutoff.

A five mile fun run along the Cheshire Rail Trail from Fitzwilliam Depot to the restored Troy Depot on June 13, 2026. The day features food and festivities, a children's loop, return transport on request, and benefits local historical socie..

A trail race in Newport, New Hampshire featuring 6 miles and 3 miles on rocky, rooty, hilly town forest trails; age and gender categories award Pure NH maple syrup to top three finishers and proceeds support local trails.

A community fun run on 06/13/2026 behind Madbury Town Hall with a 1K kids run and a 5K route through Kingman Farm trails. Registration is free and donations for park improvements are accepted on the day.

A mountain trail race from the Mount Washington Cog Railway base to the summit in Bretton Woods, NH, with a 2.75-mile summit option (train descent) or a 5.5-mile roundtrip.

Part of the Grit Series at Dublin Outdoor Center, this trail event offers a 10K and a half marathon over rugged trails with significant elevation gain and views of Mount Monadnock. Registration runs May 3 to June 6, 2026.

Ultratrax Cranmore in North Conway, NH is a single day endurance walk on June 27, 2026 offering 7, 14, 21 and 28 mile loops with a 10 hour cutoff. The course follows forest singletrack and old ski trails with aid stations and timed results.

A charity team challenge on June 27, 2026 in Bristol, NH that recreates Special Forces mission tasks. Teams of 6–12 choose Operator or Recruit levels, with awards for top teams, MVPs, fundraising leaders, and participant milestones.

A fifteenth annual trail run in Webb Forest, Sunapee NH on June 28, 2026, covering about 4.5 miles to benefit the Sunapee Middle High School Track and Field program. The course features scenic single-track trails and a raffle of sponsor pri..

A family oriented 5k fun run in Tamworth, New Hampshire centered on historic Ordination Rock during July 4 celebrations. Organized by the Tamworth Outing Club, registration includes a bandana, ice cream, and a bib raffle entry.