Trail Running calendar near Franconia 2026-2027

Prospect Acres 8 hour ultra on April 18, 2026 features repeated 2 mile loops through fields and woods with 230 ft of elevation gain per lap. Free parking, sauna and cold plunges are available and registration costs $25.

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.

Riverlands 100 is a 100 mile trail race at Androscoggin Riverlands State Park in Turner, Maine. Solo runners run four 25 mile laps; invited five person relay teams split the course. This edition is planned as the event's final running.

On May 2-3, 2026 White Lake Ultras run at White Lake State Park in Tamworth NH. Runners complete a slightly technical 2 mile single track loop with a short beach section and choose from 24 hour, 12 hour, or 6 hour formats.

A free trail running event at Catamount Outdoor Family Center with a 3-mile in-person race and a weekend virtual 3-mile option, held in memory of a UVM student and Army ROTC cadet. T-shirt sales support a memorial fund.

A trail half marathon in Gorham, NH that runs mostly on singletrack through the Coös Trails Network and starts and finishes at Big Day Brewing. Proceeds support Coös Cycling Club stewardship and aid stations are planned.

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.

Experience the original Spartan Trail Race through the steep climbs and winding trails of the Green Mountain National Forest. Choose from distances between 10 and 200 miles for a true endurance test in Pittsfield Vermont.

A trail race on Concord’s Winant Park Trails with two distances on singletrack, switchbacks, and nordic-style paths; proceeds benefit the Ralph Waldo Emerson School for Preschoolers and day-of-entry is available.

Explore the scenic trails of Whitaker Woods in North Conway with a chip timed 5K or a one mile fun run. This community event supports local health services while offering a mix of flat loops and gradual wooded climbs.

A 5K trail run in Hanover New Hampshire held on Mother’s Day, featuring packed trails, open fields and mellow single track. Pre registration is online only and race day registration is available with different fees by age group.

Join this weekly trail running series at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center featuring distances from 5k to 10k. There are special categories for children and water stations available on site for all runners.

A spring running and walking series with timed check in, varying courses, and three distance options. Online registration is free and one-time day passes are available on site; dogs on leash are welcome.

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

Community road event in Bethel, ME with an in-person 5K on May 16 and a virtual 5K option May 1 through May 16. It supports after school and enrichment activities for K-12 students in MSAD 44.

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.

Join this weekly trail running series at the Catamount Outdoor Family Center featuring distances from 5k to 10k. There are special categories for children and water stations available on site for all runners.

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 six-race trail series across Oxford Hills preserves from May to October, with each course about 3.1 Miles. Season preregistration is $72, single races $15, and student races are $5 each.

Experience Maine's premier trail running festival featuring races from 5K to 100K. This multi day event includes a 30 hour endurance challenge, dog friendly canicross races, and a sunset run at Pineland Farms.