Trail Running calendar near Jackson 2026-2027

Trail races at Bear Brook State Park near Allenstown, NH featuring a variable-distance ultramarathon and a measured half marathon. The course is GPX only with minimal markings and runners must carry their own water containers.

Thunder Run is a 5K trail race with more than 20 obstacles through woods and hills in Candia, New Hampshire on September 12, 2026. Organized by Raymond Area Rotary, 100% of proceeds support local and selected international projects.

A September mountain race at Echo Lake State Park offering a five mile course and a half marathon that climbs over 4,300 feet of vertical. Courses run on granite ledges and exposed ridges with remote aid stations.

Big Brad Ultras at Bradbury Mountain State Park offers 25K and 50K options on a 15.5 mile single track loop. The course features technical terrain, multiple aid stations, drop bag access, and significant elevation gain.

The 12th Annual Skyline Farm 5K Trail Run & Walk on September 13, 2026 offers a scenic course through fields, hills and woods, a free Kids' 1K with prizes, post-event food and music, and awards including gift certificates and pies.

A remote trail event on Kilkenny Ridge with 50 Mile, 25 Mile and 25K options along unmarked forest ridgelines. Navigation, mandatory safety gear and limited backcountry aid stations are required.

Experience the summit of Mount Agamenticus with a 5K or 1 mile trail race. Support local conservation efforts while running or hiking through Maine trails and participate in a raffle for all entrants.

Experience a scenic run through wooded conservation trails finishing at the Hooksett Public Library. This community event features a 5K trail race and a half mile kids fun run to support local youth programs.

A 5K trail race at Loon Mountain on September 20, 2026, as part of the 51st NH Highland Games, with 800 ft of elevation gain across dirt trails, service roads and ski trails. Registration includes a race shirt and festival admission.

Pair up for a three hour endurance relay on a two mile loop of trails and fields. Alternate laps with your partner to accumulate the maximum distance possible in this team based challenge.

A traditional up and down mountain race in Waterville Valley, NH on September 20, 2026 covering about 7 miles with 3000 feet of ascent; youth entry is available and day of registration is offered.

One day across five Westmore peaks covering up to 26 miles and about 6142 feet of climb, with shuttle drop offs, staffed water and rest stations, limited entries to protect trails, and post-hike services at the NorthWoods campus.

Trail races on the ACT Multi-Purpose Trail and Eastern Trail in Arundel with 5k, 10k, half marathon and a free kids bike race, plus medals, shirts, live music and food.

An inclusive multisport festival at Pawtuckaway State Park on 09/26/2026 offering a 0.4 mile swim, 5.5 mile trail bike and 3 mile run in single sport, two sport, relay or full triathlon formats. No chip timing; safety gear is required.

A trail event at Ascutney Outdoors offering 50 mile and 50K ultra runs, team relays, mountain bike races and kids fun races. Proceeds support Vermont Adaptive and registration details are published for the 2026 race weekend.

A looped trail ultra at Wolfe's Neck Farm on dirt roads and conservation trails, featuring 5-mile loops with bridges, stairs, and about 570 ft gain per loop; distances include 50, 30, and 10 miles plus relays.

Bike, run, or walk on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail in Morrisville, Vermont. Proceeds support services for healthy aging in Central Vermont including groceries, emergency fuel, prescription assistance, and exercise classes.

A 21k trail race at Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton, ME, featuring steep ridge climbs, technical single-track, one aid station, and an afterparty with food, live music, and beer for attendees 21 and older.

Marathon Mont-Hereford on 27 September 2026 in East Hereford QC features trail races from 1 km to the marathon, a relay and a children's race. The event is listed with ITRA as 1 point and 4 mountain points.

The 4th annual Paine Mountain races in Northfield Vermont on September 27, 2026 include the Anchor Challenge 6k, a 7.5 mile summit race and free youth races. Proceeds benefit the Northfield Town Forest and Norwich cross country program.