Trail Running calendar near Waterville Valley 2026-2027

Bradbury Badass Races in Pownal ME use a 15.5 mile singletrack loop offered as a Half Pint 25K or a Pounder 50K two lap option, with two aid stations, a 10 hour race cutoff, and a 100 runner cap per race.

Experience a historic celebration of Scottish heritage at Loon Mountain Resort featuring heavy athletics, stone lifting, and traditional music amidst New Hampshire's scenic fall foliage.

Test your limits at the birthplace of Spartan Race in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Choose from distances ranging from 5km to 50km featuring steep climbs and rugged off trail descents at the iconic Killington Ski Resort.

Experience an unapologetically wild mountain crossing in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Navigate rugged, unmarked ridgelines across 25K, 25 mile, or 50 mile distances in this remote wilderness challenge.

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.

Experience a scenic run through wooded conservation trails finishing at the Hooksett Public Library. This community event features a 5K trail race and a half mile kids fun run to support local youth programs.

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 community-focused mountain running event in East Charleston, Vermont on September 26, 2026, crossing five peaks on mainly single-track trails. Timed full marathon and 20 mile trail only options are offered while proceeds support NorthWood..

Experience the natural beauty of Maine by running or walking through woodland trails in Arundel. This conservation focused event offers 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances along with a kids bike race and live music.

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..

Experience an annual half marathon on the tallest mountain in Southern Maine. Run across technical single track and mountain ridges to support local land conservation and trail maintenance.

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.

Experience the Bobcat Ridge 25K trail race at the Edwin L Smith Preserve in Maine. This event features a limited field of 100 runners and supports the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust.

Experience the seasonal scenery of New Hampshire at the Keene Family YMCA Fall Foliage Trail Race. Choose between a fast 5K or a 10K with elevation gain to support local community programs.

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.