Trail Running calendar near Concord 2026-2027

Snow or no snow, join the NHTI Lynx on January 10 in Concord for a spirited snowshoe race on scenic college cross country trails with 2 mile, 4 mile and kids events. Proceeds support NHTI Athletics and awards go to top finishers.

Tackle the TARCtic Frozen Yeti at Hale Education in Westwood MA on Feb 7 and 8 2026 with a 30 hour challenge or a 15 mile looped race. Expect well marked winter trails, regular aid and proceeds supporting land conservation.

Run scenic singletrack loops around ponds and woodlands at Hale Education in Westwood, with a 6 hour endurance option or a 3.5 mile loop. Bring your own bottle for this cupless event and enjoy a laid back aid station at the start.

Join the Tortoise and the Hare Trail Races in Salisbury on April 4, 2026 for trail 10K, 5K and a fun 1 Mile Color Run. Enjoy custom tech shirts, post race music and snacks while supporting Salisbury Parks and Recreation.

Join the Merrimack River 10 miles on April 11 for a USATF sanctioned out and back trail race starting behind the DoubleTree in Andover. Enjoy water stops, post race bagels and a raffle while supporting local trail maintenance.

Runamuck 50K is a rugged trail ultramarathon around South Pomfret, Vermont, weaving hilly dirt roads and scenic backcountry. Expect changeable weather and a true test of endurance on this challenging 50K course.

Explore wooded trails at Wompatuck State Park in Hingham with 5K, 5 mile and 8 Hour options on April 11. Expect mud, climbs, aid stations and community snacks plus custom finisher awards and bonus swag for early registrants.

Enjoy smooth loop trails in Jericho Town Forest with distances from 10K to 50K and a free youth run. This cupless race often sells out so register early and bring your own hydration for vegan friendly aid.

Tackle the rugged Seven Sisters Trail Race on May 2, 2026 along the Holyoke Range ridgecrest in Amherst, MA. This 12 mile out and back packs over 3,500 ft of climbing on technical singletrack with steep, rocky ledges for a true trail challe..

TARC Wapack and Back in Ashburnham MA features 21.5, 43 and 50 mile out and back runs on the classic Wapack Trail. Rugged rocky singletrack, big climbs and sweeping views, plus aid stations and headlamp requirements for longer distances.

Run the Free Spirit 50K in Leyden, Massachusetts and enjoy a scenic New England ultramarathon. The course follows dirt roads past historic farms, leafy woods and an 1870s covered bridge for a rewarding, challenging day.

The Canterbury Shaker Village XC 5k will take place in Canterbury on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Tackle rugged single track and jeep roads in Keene, NH at the Drummer Hill Trail Races on May 23, 2026. Complete one to four 12.5k laps to choose your distance, enjoy aid stations and earn a drumstick finisher award.

Hit the trails at the Wildcat 5K Trail Run Walk Wag in Boxford on May 30, 2026, for a scenic 5K through Wildcat State Forest with pond views and separate courses for runners and walkers. Enjoy post race treats, swag, and prizes for top fini..

Run a rugged 23 km course in the White Mountains with a summit loop over Mount Chocorua. Steep climbs, technical singletrack and stream crossings deliver 4,500 feet of climbing and unforgettable alpine views.

Run a scenic 5 mile Cheshire Rail Trail from Fitzwilliam Depot to the restored Troy Depot on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Enjoy family fun, food, and festivities while supporting the Fitzwilliam and Troy historical societies.

Run the Sunapee Scramble in New Hampshire on June 7, 2026, a tough 9.2 mile mountain course with 3,250 feet of climbing. As the USATF National Classic Mountain Championship, it also selects the US Classic Up and Down Mountain Running Team.

Race the Cirque Series at Cannon Mountain on June 13, 2026, a rugged 6.9 mile climb to the 4,031 foot summit with 3,080 feet of gain. Expect rocky, steep trails and sweeping views on this demanding mountain course.

Explore the inaugural Otter Pond Trail Races in Standish ME, with a scenic 10K, Dawn to Dusk challenge and a kids' fun run around Sebago Lake. Tackle technical single track and marked loops while supporting Bonny Eagle Athletics.

Challenge yourself on the Flat Rock Trail Race in Dunstable MA on June 13 2026 with a scenic 5 mile loop or a 6 hour looped event, featuring rolling climbs and single track trails. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Nashua.