Trail Running calendar near Jackson 2026-2027

A one day trail challenge over five mountains in Vermont, with a full route of 26 miles and about 6142 feet of gain. The course features aid stations, shuttle drop-offs, and several shorter route options.

A trail event in Arundel, Maine on September 26, 2026 featuring 5k, 10k and half marathon routes through the ACT and Eastern Trails. All entrants receive a medal and a t shirt, and there is a free kids bike race.

Experience an endurance tradition at Mt. Ascutney featuring 50 mile and 50 km ultra runs, mountain bike races, and team relays. This scenic event supports Vermont Adaptive and includes fun races for kids.

Trail ultrarunning at Wolfe's Neck Farm in Freeport, ME on September 27, 2026. The course is a roughly five mile loop on dirt roads and forest trails with bridges, stairs, and roots, offered in 10, 30, and 50 mile formats plus relays.

Hit the Trail 2026 offers a timed 5K run/walk or bicycle rides on Vermont's scenic Lamoille Valley Rail Trail. The event raises funds for healthy aging services in Central Vermont. Join the community in Morrisville on September 27 for a day..

A 21k trail race on Pleasant Mountain featuring steep ridge climbs, technical single track, one aid station, postrace food truck and beer for 21 and older, with proceeds supporting the Loon Echo Land Trust.

A new trail marathon on September 27, 2026 in East Hereford, Quebec, featuring multiple distances, a relay and a children's race. The route opens access to Forêt Héritage trails and supports conservation and a charity for children.

A virtual 55K challenge linked to the Great Bay 5K in Stratham, New Hampshire. Complete 55 kilometers in one day or between October 1 and October 24, 2026; registration includes a shirt if ordered by October 1 and a bib with a beer or cider..

Last person standing trail running on October 3, 2026 in Center Conway, New Hampshire. Runners repeat a roughly 3.5 mile loop with about 250 feet of climb per lap; camping and weekend meals are available.

A 25K trail race at the Edwin L. Smith Preserve in Kennebunkport, Maine on October 3, 2026, with proceeds to the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust. Registration is limited to 100 entrants and includes a shirt if registered by September 5.

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

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.

Teams compete on a 278 yard obstacle course featuring hurdles and a water hazard. This unique event in the Maine mountains rewards the winners with their partner's weight in beer and five times their weight in cash.

A technical trail race at Pawtuckaway State Park on October 11, 2026, offering a half marathon and a 5-mile course with $7,500 in prize money. The routes cross boulder fields, single-track trails and a rocky slope called the Devil's Stairca..

A multi-preserve 100K around Norway, ME that mixes about 25k of trail running with 75k of cycling. The fully human powered course supports local conservation and youth nonprofit programs and includes solo and duo relay options.

Trail races at Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT on Oct 17, 2026 include a half marathon and a full marathon that is two laps of a 13.1 mile loop with singletrack, dirt roads and steep climbs to Round Top Mountain.

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.

Experience a timed mountain trek across the rugged ridges of Vermonts Northeast Kingdom. Choose from multiple loop distances and the option to carry weighted gear for an added challenge on the scenic trails of Burke Mountain.

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.