Trail Running calendar near Waterville Valley 2025-2026

Scenic rolling trails around Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT await with a 25k single loop or 50k two laps, each 25k with about 2500 ft of climb. Expect pastoral views, challenging terrain, and aid stations on race day.

Race 8.2 miles with 3,010 ft of climb at Killington Resort, summiting three peaks and finishing at the K1 base. Expect steep, technical trails, muddy sections and sweeping Green Mountain views.

Race The Cog climbs Mount Washington via the historic Cog Railway with options to summit or run a 5.5 mile roundtrip. Tackle steep rocky trails, earn a bracelet finisher token and ride the Cog back down.

Celebrate July Fourth with the Freedom Run in Newport and Derby, a run or walk along gravel paths and wooded trails. Pick a distance up to a half marathon, enjoy post run ice cream and watermelon, and support NAMI Vermont.

Join the Goshen Gallop on July 11, 2026 at Blueberry Hill in Goshen Vermont. Choose a 5K or 10K on scenic ski trails and gravel roads through the Moosalamoo area with Hogback views, then enjoy post race food and community spirit.

Join the Back Cove Backyard Ultra in Portland ME for a scenic, mostly flat 4.16 mile loop repeated until one runner remains. Enjoy tidal estuary views, aid at the start and finish, and a friendly volunteer crew.

Event details The Magnificent Bastards Challenge takes place on July 25, 2026 in Corinth, Vermont, at 10397 VT-25, East Corinth, VT 05040. The event honors the KIA Marines from the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines. Registration opens on September..

Take on the Baldface Scramble in Chatham, New Hampshire on July 25, 2026, a rugged mountain trail run offering 14K and 29K courses with steep ledges and exposed scrambling. Expect raw alpine terrain, big climbs, and rewarding summit views.

Event details The Ragged 75 Stage Race and 50k takes place July 31 - August 2, 2026 in Danbury, New Hampshire, based at Ragged Mountain Resort. The route mainly follows the SRKG Greenway around Lake Sunapee and uses hiking trails with techn..

Take on the Jigger Johnson Ultras in Waterville Valley NH, August 14 to 16 2026, with 108, 58 or 20 mile mountain courses featuring massive climbs and exposed technical trails. Navigate by GPX and prepare for remote aid and a true backcount..

Firebird Trail Races : Windham, ME Firebird Trail Races offers trail events in Windham/Falmouth, Maine, with multiple distance options and a technical single-track course. Registration opens on Jan 1, 2026. Entry requires a registration fee..

Run the Triple Dam 10K in Perkinsville VT on August 23, 2026 for a scenic road and trail loop with a fun calf deep river crossing. Open to runners and walkers, proceeds support Springfield High School cross country.

Test your limits at the Last Man Standing Ultramarathon on September 5, 2026 at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, Maine. Run repeating 4.2 mile wooded loops until a single finisher remains in this backyard ultra classic.

Challenge five peaks in East Charleston VT on Sept 26, 2026 amid peak fall foliage and support NorthWoods Stewardship Center. Choose the full marathon, a 20 mile trail, or a 12.3 mile course.

The Vermont 50 Ultra Run will take place in Brownsville on Sunday 27 September 2026. You can run between 50 and 50 miles.