Trail Running calendar near Franconia 2026-2027

Experience an 8 km snowshoe race through the woods and groomed Nordic trails of Gilford New Hampshire. This event features steep climbs and scenic views of the Belknap Range for participants of various age groups.

The Rangeley Moose Dash is an annual 5K snowshoe race through the varied trails of the Rangeley Lakes Trails Center. The course offers a mix of terrain with possible wildlife sightings. Prizes include local maple syrup.

The Runamuck 50k returns to the hills of Vermont. This challenging 50K course starts and finishes at Saskadena Six, featuring 27 miles of rolling dirt roads. Be prepared for variable footing and classic New England spring weather.

The Mucker offers a choice of trail adventures in Hubbard Park, from a 5k hike or ruck to a 5k or 5-mile run. It's part of the Montpelier Mudfest weekend. A kids' obstacle course event runs concurrently on the State House lawn.

A half marathon on the singletrack trails of the Coös Trails Network in Gorham, NH. The grassroots event supports local trail maintenance and finishes at Big Day Brewing with a post-run voucher.

This 6-mile mountain race tackles steep trails and muddy terrain at Cochran's Ski Area. After the run, enjoy pancakes and watch the free kids' race. It's the opener for the USATF-New England Mountain Running Series.

A trail race on Winant Park Trails near downtown Concord with windy singletrack, switchbacks, and nordic type paths. Two distances are offered and proceeds benefit the Ralph Waldo Emerson School for Preschoolers; day of event entry is avail..

The Catamount Weekly Trail Running Race will take place in Williston on Tuesday 12 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

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

Join the Bethel Rotary 5K, a fun run supporting local after-school programs. Choose between a 5 km distance or a free 1 mile kids run, with options to participate in-person or virtually. All youth participants under 18 can join the 5K for f..

Cross country 5K at Cole's Family Farm in Dayton on May 16, 2026 supporting the Southern Maine Young Marines. Options include a 1.25K fun run and a 5K ruck march; entry includes a patriotic t-shirt and participation medal.

A series of rugged trail races in Ripton, Vermont from May 21 to 31, 2026 offering distances from 9 miles to 250 miles plus multi‑marathon and ultra challenges. Camping is available for a one time fee; the event is cup free and no refunds.

A two day trail running festival at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, Maine offering races from 5k to 100k, multi person 30 Hour teams, canicross events, a kids fun run, aid stations, live music, and on site camp spaces for 30 Hour racers.

The Black Fly Trail Run in Westmore, Vermont offers scenic trail distances from a 5k to a half marathon. Runners can expect hilly, mixed-terrain courses through the Northeast Kingdom. The day finishes with a local meal, craft beer, and a ba..

Run the scenic Birdland 5K trail race through Montpelier's North Branch Park. The course features rolling singletrack, forested hills, and babbling brooks. It's a cupless race with category prizes and is part of a local race series.

The Chocorua Mountain Race is a rugged 23K adventure in New Hampshire's White Mountains, featuring 4,800 feet of climbing over rocky trails to the summit of Mount Chocorua. It kicks off the White Mountain Endurance Cup series. Runners must..

Race to the Top of Bradford offers a 5K trail climb up Wright's Mountain or a 1.5-mile fun run for kids. All proceeds support trail maintenance on the town-owned forest. The event starts in Bradford, Vermont.

The Sunapee Scramble is a two-lap mountain race at Mount Sunapee Resort, featuring 9.3 miles and 3,300 feet of climbing. It hosts both the USATF and Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships in 2026. The event also includes the New..

A mountain trail race at Cannon Mountain on June 13, 2026 covering 6.9 miles and 3,080 feet of ascent. The event offers Sport, Expert and Pro divisions, cash and gear prizes, capped entry and a strict two hour summit cutoff.

The Otter Pond Trail Races will take place in Standish on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.