Trail Running calendar near Elka Park 2026-2027

A free community trail event in Farmington offering shoe demos and short runs on local trails. Options include about 5 km, 1.7 mile, and 1 mile routes, with snacks and drinks afterwards.

Experience a day of trail running and mountain biking at the Norbrook Farm Brewery Trail Festival. Enjoy multiple race distances, local food trucks, and rewards at this scenic Connecticut brewery.

Experience a scenic evening run on a flat paved loop around Rockland Lake. This chip timed half marathon features sunset views, frequent aid stations, and custom finisher medals only 45 minutes north of NYC.

A six hour looped trail run at Ansonia Nature Center on roughly 1.9 mile counterclockwise singletrack loops with about 170 feet of gain per loop. Field capped at 69 runners; no crews or pacers; early signup includes a shirt and swag.

A low key trail event in Ashfield, MA on June 13, 2026 that showcases local trails and preserved lands. It offers 50 km, 30 km and 10 km distances and raises funds for the Franklin Land Trust.

A trail 5K and 10K at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary on June 13, 2026, with routes on single track trails and carriage roads. Proceeds support Mass Audubon conservation; water stations, finish area refreshments, and limited parking.

A mixed-surface 5 km race and one-mile fun run at Hampshire Regional High School in Westhampton on June 13, 2026. The 5 km combines paved roads and wooded trails; awards, refreshments, restrooms and parking are provided.

A 53-mile Catskills ultramarathon with about 15,000 feet of climb, technical trail sections, nine aid stations and a 23-hour cutoff. The point-to-point route starts near Windham and finishes in downtown Phoenicia.

Operation WOODSTOCK on June 20, 2026 in Elka Park, NY is a 14.5 mile load bearing event with 5,210 ft elevation gain and a 20 lb dry pack. Entry is listed at $105 plus $7.35 tax.

A looped trail event at Lawson Lake Park on June 20, 2026, offering 2.5M, 5M and a one hour format. Entry includes a shirt and post race food; individual and team awards recognize top finishers and most laps completed.

A 5K through Camp Jewell’s roads and wooded trails including a covered bridge, plus a free one mile kids run. Pre entry is $30 before June 6 and increases to $35 afterward.

A loop-format trail run in Adams, MA, offering one to three loops and a separate 5 km meadow option on varied singletrack and hiking trails; proceeds support Thunderbolt Ski Runners trail stewardship around Greylock Glen and Mt. Greylock.

A five‑race 5K trail series at Camp Saratoga across summer Mondays, capped at 375 entries for the series. Individual races or a full series package are available and proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.

An 8.6 mile trail run at Minnewaska State Park Preserve on June 24 with chip timing and commemorative towels for finishers. Entry is limited to 250 runners and parking carries a 10 USD per car fee.

A night 5K at Lakeside Park with mixed trail terrain, reflective markers, and required personal lighting; finishes receive handmade medals and proceeds benefit the Pawling Recreation Department.

Experience a unique trail race through the Westmoreland Sanctuary where you choose your own path at the fork. Start and finish at Fox Lane High School for a memorable 5k adventure in Bedford.

A multi-distance trail event at Red Wing Recreation Area on July 5, 2026, featuring a 15k loop used for 15K, 30K, and 60K races with on-course aid stations, GPX course file, and awards for top finishers.

Notchview Ultra in Windsor Massachusetts offers multiple timed and distance events on a 1.9 mile loop with an on-course aid station and camping options. Proceeds support the Trustees of Reservations and Baypath Humane Society.

New for 2026 at Putnam Memorial State Park, The Revolution is a timed trail event run on a 1.776 mile loop that passes Revolutionary War sites. Runners choose 12 hour, 6 hour, or 3 hour formats and carry their own hydration.

A women-only 5K obstacle mud run in Pattersonville, NY on July 12, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to women aged 7 and older who may run, jog, or walk.