Trail Running calendar near Newbury 2026-2027

A 4.61 mile trail race at Moody Park in Claremont NH featuring narrow single track, wet sections and a steep drop and climb at Gravity Cavity. The event is part of the Western NH Trail Running Series and benefits the local parks department.

Wanakee Wilderness 5K on August 15, 2026 is a trail run across 227 acres of hills and woodland valleys in the White Mountains and Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Proceeds support the camp scholarship fund and the day includes a Homecoming BB..

A family friendly 5K on the Webb Forest trails organized by Wilmot Learning Place, featuring a signed course, water stations, timing for runners, post-race recognition, and nearby parking with overflow at local fields.

Trail runs over Vineyard Hill and through Bradley Palmer State Park offering 5K and 10K courses with one Start/Finish aid station, local prizes, and chip timing as part of the North Shore Trail Series.

A trail ultramarathon at Prospect Acres Ranch where runners complete repeated 2.2 mile laps in 2, 4, or 8 hour formats. Field camping is available Friday evening and registration is $40 with proceeds supporting future events.

Trail races in Waterville Valley, NH featuring distances from a 1 mile fun run to a 50K with 7,700 feet of climbing and required gear for the 50K.

An inclusive trail festival at Northfield Mountain on August 29, 2026 that centers queer and trans runners and allies. It offers a 20k prediction race, an untimed 5k fun run or hike, and a Kid's Run with community-focused prizes.

A 10 km race at Power Dam Recreation Area in Perkinsville, VT on August 30, 2026, part of the Western NH Trail Running Series. Online registration closes August 28, 2026; youth entries are free and age-based fees apply.

A timed, summit-driven trail event on Wachusett Mountain offering 7, 14, 21, and 28-mile options, optional weighted vests for bonus swag, and up to 10 hours to complete the marked course.

Trail Animals Running Club hosts a multi distance trail event at Great Brook Farm State Park on September 5, 2026. Looped 10K and 10 mile courses cover distances from 10K to 50 miles, plus a youth fun run and a Yeti Mischief Mile.

A community 5K run and walk in Nashua, NH on September 5, 2026 with free registration for veterans and children, a fee for participants 13 and older, event shirts, donation options and volunteer opportunities. Use #nashua5k for photos.

A trail running weekend around Mirror Lake in West Newfield, Maine, with laps of about 3.6 to 3.8 miles through forest roads and singletrack. The weekend includes a Saturday gravel ride, onsite camping, youth runs, and a post ride gathering..

A lakeside trail run in Goshen, New Hampshire on September 5, 2026, with 3 mile and 5.7 mile courses, awards, swag, and a raffle. The longer distance awards points in the Western NH Trail Running Series.

Trail races at Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown, NH include a variable-distance ultramarathon likely 50k to 100k and a half marathon. The course is GPX only with minimal markings and aid stations are cup free.

A Keene State College alumni cross-country meet on 09/12/2026 at the Keene State Athletic Complex featuring a men's 5K and a women's 2 Mile race; registration runs 09/06 to 09/12 with a $25 fee per event.

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.

Three community races at Springfield Dam include a free kids 0.5 mile, a 1 mile Maniac Mile for ages 10 and up, and a scenic 3.1 mile course with trails, food vendors, and family activities.

A trail race in Groton Forest hosted by Onion River Outdoors on September 12, 2026 offering 25K and 12K distances. Volunteers receive a free lunch, a neon orange ORO hat, and free entry to select future events.

Experience a fun inflatable obstacle course at Butterfield Park. This 1 mile run or walk supports 6th grade students at Fisher Hill School in reaching their educational trip goals through community participation.

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.