Trail Running calendar near Concord 2026-2027

A last person standing trail ultra on a 3.5 mile forest loop in Center Conway, NH, open to all ages and abilities. The event includes a minimal midway aid station, camping option Friday, food on Saturday, awards and participant swag.

A 25K trail race through the Edwin L. Smith Preserve in Kennebunkport, Maine on October 3, 2026, with proceeds supporting the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and limited registration.

An annual 5K cross country run or walk in Franklin Park supporting Boston Latin School Athletics. Team registration is new for 2026 and fees are tiered with free entry for BLS students.

Trail races in Groton, Massachusetts on October 4, 2026, organized by local running and trails groups. Two distances, 9.5 miles and 3.4 miles, total entries limited to 250, online registration closes October 3.

Keene Family YMCA Fall Foliage Trail Races feature 5K and 10K trail courses starting and finishing at the Keene YMCA, with chip timing, age-group prizes, and proceeds supporting YMCA programs and access.

A one-mile community event in Gilford, New Hampshire on October 4, 2026, with categories for adults, youth, and children and a complimentary shirt for those who register before September 16.

Trail running at Tibbetts Field in Madbury includes a 5K and a 1 mile fun run over natural terrain through Powder Major Forest, with proceeds supporting youth recreation scholarships.

Trail races at Houghton's Pond in the DCR Blue Hills Reservation follow rolling dirt roads and forest paths with rocks and roots. Two distances are offered, about 7 miles and 3.7 miles, with notable elevation change on each course.

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.

Devil's Den Ultra in Bradford Vermont runs on a 10K loop on Wrights Mountain with 30 hour, 12 hour and 10K options. Finishers receive themed tarot cards and additional awards for distance milestones.

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.

Ghost Train Trail Races in Brookline NH on October 17 and 18 2026 features multiple trail events including a 30 hour ultramarathon and a haunted night 30 mile race. The course follows the historic Granite Town Rail Trail and supports local..

A mountain running event in North Conway, NH on October 17, 2026, featuring two race options on Cranmore Mountain and $7500 in cash prizes. The course uses ski slopes, singletrack, and service roads and includes one aid station.

Little Duck 50k in Windham, ME on October 18, 2026 features 50k and 10k trail races at East Windham Conservation Area, run on a multi loop course with significant elevation and staffed aid stations.

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 5K on October 24, 2026 at Stratham Hill Park that runs along Great Bay and benefits Great Bay Stewards; the mostly downhill course includes a race shirt for timely registrants and a bib with a beer or cider coupon.

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 on October 25, featuring four up and down laps on different trails, 1650 feet of elevation, prize money and age group awards, with proceeds supporting the Keene Community Kitchen.

A fall trail run at Powisset Farm in Dover, MA with four distances on meadow and woodland trails, a cupless aid station, post race cider donuts and family activities including a barnyard and pumpkin painting.