Trail Running calendar near Franklin 2026-2027

Experience the seasonal scenery of New Hampshire at the Keene Family YMCA Fall Foliage Trail Race. Choose between a fast 5K or a 10K with elevation gain to support local community programs.

The Mile for Mentoring will take place in Gilford on Sunday 4 October 2026.

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 on Oct 10 to 11 2026 uses a 10K loop on Wrights Mountain and offers 30 hour, 12 hour and 10K options. Entries are capped at 100 and finishers receive tarot style awards.

Join the 20th Wayland / HFC Striders Cross Country Festival on October 11, 2026, featuring youth 3K races and open 5K events that support Wayland High School cross country and track. Presented by Middlesex Savings Bank with awards and commu..

Vulcan's Fury Trail Race at Pawtuckaway State Park offers a half marathon and a 5 Miler over technical trails with boulder fields, switchbacks, stream crossings and a rocky ridge called the Devil's Staircase. Three aid stations support runn..

Experience New Hampshire’s original 30 hour ultramarathon on the historic Granite Town Rail Trail. Choose from multiple distances and relay options in this flat and fast Halloween themed fundraiser for local trail conservation.

The Cranmore Mountain Race is a classic two lap mountain run in New Hampshire. Runners tackle ski slopes and trails for a share of $7500 in prizes. This historic event is part of the USATF New England Mountain Circuit.

Trail race at East Windham Conservation Area offering a five loop 50k and a single loop 10k. The course uses Purple Red and Blue trails with two aid stations per loop and about 900 feet of climb per lap.

Tackle a unique mountain course that goes up and down four times over 4.9 miles. The event offers prize money, age group awards, and benefits the Keene Community Kitchen. Early registration includes a t-shirt.

Discover the beauty of Emmons Preserve at a community event featuring trail races and family activities. Enjoy music and local treats while supporting holistic education through a variety of distances for runners and walkers.

The Hamsterwheel in New Boston NH is a multi hour timed ultrarun with 6 12 24 and 30 hour options on a 4.0 mile loop along the New Boston Rail Trail and around the fairgrounds. Central aid and chip timing support lap tracking.

Experience a classic New England trail event at Willowdale State Forest featuring multiple distances from 10K to 100K. Run through rolling terrain on a course celebrated for its community spirit and long history.

A backyard ultra at Kenty's Farm on a 4.1666 mile loop where runners repeat hourly laps until one remains. Timed options of 6, 12 and 24 hours and single-lap entries are also available.

TARCkey Trot is a 6 hour trail challenge at Wright Locke Farm of repeated 5K loops with rocky rollers. Run as many loops as you wish and bring your own hydration for this cupless event.

A Last Person Standing uphill event on Mount Ascutney near Brownsville, VT, featuring hourly 2.25 mile laps with about 1,209 ft of gain, one aid station, indoor facilities, camping, awards, and local donations.

Enjoy a festive four mile trail race through the wide paths of Mine Falls Park. All proceeds from the run and raffle support residential and educational programs at the Nashua Childrens Home.

TARC Winter Classic in Stoneham offers 8, 32 and 40 mile trail races on the white blazed Skyline Trail with rugged roots, rocks, frequent climbs and Boston skyline views. Expect technical trails, minimal markings and a festive finish.

Race Mozey brings the Central European Krampus Run tradition to New England. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or a 9-hour challenge to complete laps at the Dartmouth Skiway. Finishers get medals, and the event supports Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports..

Celebrate the twentieth anniversary of this unique cross country race held at the Mount Hood Golf Club. Choose between a competitive three and a half mile run or a festive two mile walk through hilly terrain.