Trail Running calendar near Gilford 2026-2027

A trail race in Keene NH on May 23, 2026 using a 12.5k loop system with options up to 50K. The unpaved course features technical single track, jeep roads, cupless aid stations, drop bags, and parking at Fuller Elementary.

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.

Run or walk through the scenic Wildcat State Forest Trail in Boxford. This bird friendly event features separate courses for runners and walkers starting at the Danvers YMCA Camp overlooking Stiles Pond.

Test your endurance at the Ascutney Mountain Run in Vermont. This 3.7 mile uphill race climbs 2,300 vertical feet along a paved auto road to a scenic mountain summit finish.

A scenic 2.5 mile off-road run or walk around Horn Pond paired with a festival at Ice House Park featuring food trucks, a DJ, raffles, kids activities, and over 25 local mental health and substance use providers.

A 23K mountain trail race in Tamworth, New Hampshire, with about 4,800 feet of climbing and a loop over the 3,478 foot summit of Mount Chocorua. The event requires mandatory safety gear and is cupless.

Trail event in Bradford, VT with a 5K that gains 850 ft to Wrights Mountain and a 1.5 mile fun run for youths. Proceeds support the Friends of Wrights Mountain Fund.

Sunapee Scramble on June 7, 2026 is an up and down mountain race at Mount Sunapee that serves as the 2026 USATF National Classic Mountain Championship and features a $30,000 prize purse. The course is about 9.2 miles with 3,250 feet of vert..

A 6 mile trail race in Pownal featuring single track paths and rolling hills. Limited to 180 runners, this event kicks off the Bradbury Mountain Trail Race Series with a focus on community and local conservation.

Experience a 6.9 mile mountain race at Cannon Mountain featuring 3,080 feet of elevation gain. Run through technical ski trails and rocky ridges to reach a 4,031 foot summit with views of Franconia Notch State Park.

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

A five mile fun run along the Cheshire Rail Trail from the Fitzwilliam Railroad Depot to the restored Troy Depot, with a short children's loop and food and festivities at both depots. The event raises funds for local historical societies.

Experience a scenic New England trail event in Dunstable with a 5 mile loop or a 6 hour timed challenge. Support the Humane Society while running through historic quarries and former ski hills.

Experience a unique mountain race alongside the historic Cog Railway to the summit of Mount Washington. Choose between a steep 2.75 mile climb or a technical 5.5 mile round trip through the rugged Presidential Range.

Run a scenic yet rugged half marathon trail race at Lynn Woods Reservation in Massachusetts. This 13.1-mile event features three challenging loops showcasing the historic Stone Tower. The focus is on sustainability and a centralized start/f..

Experience a 5k obstacle mud run designed for unity and women empowerment at Kimball Farm in Haverhill. Join a supportive community for a day of teamwork and mud while supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Field & Forest 5 Miler is a roughly 5 mile trail race on the Crystal Spring property in Brunswick, ME. The mostly off pavement course has single track and wood bridges, and the field is limited to 50 runners.

Experience a mountain run at Killington Resort featuring 3,010 feet of vertical gain over 8.2 miles. Runners summit three peaks and tackle a steep 45 percent grade climb before finishing at the K1 base area.

UltraTrax Cranmore is a summer endurance walk in the White Mountains featuring 7 to 28 mile options on a scenic 1,775 foot elevation loop. Participants can walk, hike, or ruck with added weight to earn finisher patches and medals.

Enjoy a community celebration in Portland with a 10k trail race, scenic bike rides, or a family friendly 2 mile walk. Finish the day with a festival featuring food trucks, music, and local beer to support Maine trails.