Trail Running calendar near Franconia 2026-2027

A snowshoe festival on February 14, 2026 at Roberts Farm Preserve in Norway, Maine, using groomed Nordic ski trails and offering free on-site snowshoe rentals. Distances available are 2k, 5k and 10k run or walk options.

Take on winter trails at Défi des Collines Enneigé in Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley on Saturday 21 February, with distances from 5.5 km to 30 km perfect for spring marathon prep. Finish to a medal, post race meal and a friendly community atmos..

A **6K** snowshoe race at Gunstock Nordic Center with groomed trails, wooded single track, steep climbs, and marked course. Prizes include Dion snowshoes and age group gift cards, and limited rental snowshoes are available on race day.

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 will take place in Pomfret on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

A trail half marathon in Gorham, New Hampshire on the Coös Trails Network with mostly singletrack and short paved, gravel, and woods road sections. Proceeds support Coös Cycling Club stewardship and finish is at Big Day Brewing.

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

The Bethel Rotary 5K takes place on May 16, 2026, in Bethel, Maine. This community event raises funds for local student after-school programs. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K course in person or virtually.

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.

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.

Event Overview The Chocorua Mountain Race is a 23 km trail run with approximately 4500 ft (1372 m) of elevation gain. It takes place in the White Mountain National Forest, starting and finishing from Scott Road in Tamworth, New Hampshire. T..

A summit trail run on Wrights Mountain in Bradford VT features an 850 foot ascent and views from the town's highest point. A 1.5 mile fun run for ages 13 and under follows lower forest trails with a prize for each child finisher.

A two-lap mountain race at Mount Sunapee on June 7, 2026, serving as the USATF National Classic Mountain Championship and the Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships. About 9.2 miles and roughly 3,250 feet of elevation gain.

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.

A mountain race alongside the Mount Washington Cog Railway with two options: a 2.75 mile summit climb that includes a train ride back, or a 5.5 mile roundtrip. Expect 3,500 feet of gain, exposed terrain, and rapidly changing weather.