Trail Running calendar near Tilton 2026-2027

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.

A community 5K trail race in Hooksett that runs from Heads Pond trail through wooded conservation land to the Hooksett Public Library. A separate 0.5 mile kids fun run is available and proceeds support local youth programs.

A community 5K in Jaffrey, NH offering a woods trail and a rail trail out and back. Proceeds support the volunteer Jaffrey Firefighters Company and equipment needs of the Jaffrey Fire Department.

An 18 mile out and back trail run from Windblown Ski Area toward Watatic Mountain Reservation, featuring steep, technical single track and uneven terrain. Prior trail running experience is strongly recommended.

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 community 5K in Hillsborough, NH on September 20, 2026, organized by the Hillsboro Fire Department. The off-road course may be uneven and strollers are not recommended; registration runs March 25 to September 19 with a $30 fee.

A one lap up and down mountain race in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire on September 20, 2026, part of the USATF-New England Mountain Racing Circuit. The course uses grassy ski slopes and gravel service roads and includes three aid stations..

Trail races on maintained local trails in Arundel, ME offering 5k, 10k and half marathon options, plus a kid's bike race, participant medals and shirts, live music and food.

A noncompetitive multisport festival at Pawtuckaway State Park on 2026-09-26 offering swim, trail bike, and trail run options for people who identify as women, with required safety gear and mixed-terrain courses.

A trail based 5K obstacle course race at Wasserman Park on September 26, 2026, featuring 12 or more beginner to intermediate obstacles. Entry is limited to 200 participants and the fee is $40.

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 21k trail race on Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton, ME on September 27, 2026 featuring steep ridge climbs, technical single track, one aid station, mandatory mountain gear checks, and postrace food and beer for ages 21 and over.

Trail races at the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge in Sudbury MA include a 10K, a 30K and a 6 hour timed event. The course uses dirt and gravel double track trails with two aid stations and cupless fueling.

Run for Nature in Lowell on September 27, 2026 features a 10K trail run, a 5K run or walk and a kids one mile fun run, with marked trails and community activities supporting local conservation and education.

Fourth annual Paine Mountain Trail Races feature a technical Anchor Challenge 6k and a 7.5 mile summit course, plus free youth races. The event raises funds for the Northfield Town Forest and Norwich University cross country program.

A last person standing trail event in Center Conway, New Hampshire on October 3, 2026. Runners repeat a roughly 3.5 mile forest loop with minimal aid, camping options, food and event swag.

A 25 kilometer trail race through the Edwin L. Smith Preserve in Kennebunkport, Maine on October 3, 2026. Proceeds support the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and registration is limited to 100 entrants.

Trail races in Groton, Massachusetts on October 4, 2026, organized by local running and trails groups. Two distances, 9.5 miles and 3.4 miles, total entries limited to 250, online registration closes October 3.

Keene Family YMCA Fall Foliage Trail Races feature 5K and 10K trail courses starting and finishing at the Keene YMCA, with chip timing, age-group prizes, and proceeds supporting YMCA programs and access.