Trail Running calendar near Waterville Valley 2026-2027

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 ultramarathon and half marathon in Bear Brook State Park near Allenstown, NH. The ultra varies between 50k and 100k and is navigated with GPX files only; aid stations do not provide cups.

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 events at the Springfield Dam on 09/12/2026 include a kids 0.5 mile, a one-mile Maniac Mile for ages 10+, and a 3.1 mile trail run with views of Mt. Ascutney. Food vendors and family activities are planned.

A fall trail event in Groton, Vermont hosted by Onion River Outdoors, offering 25K and 12K routes through Boulder Beach State Park. Note that cell service is limited and day of purchases require cash or check.

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 with technical, hilly terrain, significant elevation gain, aid stations, and drop-bag access.

A community 5K trail run and walk at Skyline Farm on Sunday, September 13, 2026, across fields, hills and woods. The day includes a free kids' 1K fun run, post-event food and music, and prizes for individual and team finishers.

A weekend of Spartan obstacle races at Killington Ski Resort in the Green Mountains, featuring Sprint, Beast, Ultra and a Kids Race across steep, off-trail terrain. The event listing includes obstacle counts, sample pricing, and participant..

A remote trail event in Stark, New Hampshire with 50 mile, 25 mile and 25K courses along the Kilkenny Ridge Trail. Routes are unmarked, require navigation and mandatory gear, and include backcountry aid stations and shuttle logistics.

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 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..

A one day mountain trail challenge visiting five peaks around Westmore, Vermont, covering roughly 26 miles and about 6,142 feet of ascent. Staffed water and aid stations appear along the route and morning shuttles run from NorthWoods campus..

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 multisport festival at Pawtuckaway State Park offering swim, bike and run options for people who identify as women. Choose an individual triathlon, two sport combo, single sport or a relay team in a non competitive setting.

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.