Trail Running calendar near Bristol 2026-2027

Run the Stonington Cross Country 5K in Pawcatuck at Stonington High School on Wednesday August 5. The scenic course starts and finishes on the track and winds through quiet streets, trails and grassy crossings for a community run.

Experience the Trail Animals Running Club Summer Classic at Medfield's Noon Hill and Shattuck Reservations, a scenic and challenging 10 mile loop of forested singletrack that climbs to a Noon Hill vista. Distances include 10 miles, 40 miles..

Run loops on a roughly 5K trail course during an eight hour celebration with the Shenipsit Striders in Tolland. Bring food, enjoy the grill, earn raffle tickets and a 50th anniversary gift while supporting local trail stewardship.

Run the Old Goat Track Club XC Classic at Waters Farm in Sutton, a spike friendly 5K cross country loop and USATF New England Grand Prix stop. Perfect for teams and individual racers, with finish line snacks and a nearby after party.

Join the Trail Animals Fall Classic at Great Brook Farm for scenic trails and distances from youth fun runs to 50 mile ultras. Community vibe, limited spots, and on course aid make this a favorite, so bring your own hydration and register e..

Run for The Hills is a 4th annual trail 5K on September 12, 2026 at Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, winding around Clark Pond. Expect exposed rocks and roots on scenic trails while helping support preserve maintenance.

Join the Charlie Stavros Memorial Beach Run on September 15, 2026 in Westerly, Rhode Island, a free 3 mile beach run honoring a beloved local runner. Enjoy a scenic low tide out and back along Westerly Town Beach with friends and family.

Run the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail in Moosup CT with 5K, 10K and a kids fun run on Sunday September 27, 2026. Postrace medallions or tee shirts, food and drink, leashed dogs welcome, and proceeds benefit the Rotary Club o..

Run for the Pumpkins Trail Run takes place October 3, 2026 in Westerly, Rhode Island, with 10K, 5K and a free 1K kids run at Bradford Preserve. Celebrate fall on scenic preserved trails through Woody Hill and save with fall series bundle di..

Run the winding single lane trails of Groton Town Forest with a choice of 9.5 mile or 3.4 mile courses featuring roots, rocks and rolling climbs. Limited to 250 runners, this community race supports Groton trail maintenance and finishes wit..

Take on the NipMuck Trail Marathon in Ashford CT on October 4, 2026, a rugged 26.4 miles out and back across rocks, roots, mud and scenic wood bridges. Organized by the Shenipsit Striders, the race supports Connecticut trail stewardship.

Join the 20th Wayland / HFC Striders Cross Country Festival on October 11, 2026, featuring youth 3K races and open 5K events that support Wayland High School cross country and track. Presented by Middlesex Savings Bank with awards and commu..

Enjoy a scenic 3 mile trail at Sakonnet Vineyard, then celebrate with wine, dinner, music and a souvenir wine glass. BBQ only and kids BBQ options are available for those who prefer to skip the run.

Join a scenic trail run through NE Connecticut along the Air Line State Park Trail with marathon, half, 10K, relay and junior distances. Tackle the Trail supports local students pursuing higher education.

Run the Ghost Train Trail in Brookline, New Hampshire amid peak fall foliage. Choose ultramarathon, relays, haunted 30 mile night or 15 mile race and help fund local conservation and trail preservation.

Join the Womp Romp at Wompatuck State Park for muddy, scenic trail loops through South Field with 10 Miler and 50K options and hearty aid stations. Proceeds support local charities for a fun, community focused fall run.

Discover scenic single track trails at Grills Preserve in Westerly on October 24, 2026 with 10 mile and 10K options. Choose a distance and enjoy riverfront views and bridges as race two of the WTAC Fall Trail Race Series.

TARC Stone Cat Trail Festival at Willowdale State Forest in Ipswich, MA offers distances from a cider donut mile and youth run to serious ultras up to 100K. Rugged 12.5 mile loops of roots, rocks and rolling terrain make for a scenic, chall..

Enjoy scenic trails around Watchaug Pond at the Li'l Rhody Runaround on November 15, 2026, with 8 mile and 4 mile course options. Part of the WTAC Fall Trail Race Series, it welcomes runners of all levels.

TARC Winter Classic in Stoneham offers 8, 32 and 40 mile trail races on the white blazed Skyline Trail with rugged roots, rocks, frequent climbs and Boston skyline views. Expect technical trails, minimal markings and a festive finish.