Trail Running calendar near Bristol 2026-2027

A one-mile out-and-back on the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail in East Granby, offered in two waves and hand timed, on crushed gravel. Limited parking and a $25 registration fee; all proceeds benefit charities.

The Soapstone Assault will take place in Somers on Sunday 26 July 2026. You can run 6 miles.

Experience an obstacle course with over a dozen mud pits at the 508 INTL Adventure Sports Center. Enjoy a non competitive environment featuring music, food, and a festive atmosphere for both participants and spectators.

An evening cross-country event at Stonington High School on August 5, 2026, featuring a 5K and a Children's 1/2 Mile for ages 10 and under. The course starts and finishes on the track and includes campus streets, trails, grass, and a bridge..

The Anchor Down Ultra presents a series of timed ultra-marathons on the coast of Rhode Island. Runners can choose a 6, 12, or 24 hour challenge within Colt State Park.

TARC Summer Classic at Noon Hill Reservation features a mostly forested 10 mile loop with singletrack, gravel and a scenic vista. The event offers 10 mile, 50K and 40 mile options and includes mandatory trail briefings and finish time limit..

A community eight hour trail event of roughly 5K loops at Crandall's Park in Tolland, CT on August 15, 2026. The day includes a potluck, raffles per loop with prizes, and a 50th anniversary gift for runners who complete at least one loop.

Experience a scenic off-road trail run or walk through the conservation lands of White Barn Farm. This cup-less 5k event supports local sustainable agriculture and community food security in Wrentham.

A timed 5K at Brimfield Winery on August 15, 2026, run on a mostly grass cross country style course. Registration options include a standard 5K with a postrace wine pour and a volunteer plus run option.

Experience a scenic trail run through Vineyard Hill Reservation and Bradley Palmer State Park. Choose between 5 km and 10 km distances on a rolling course featuring wide trails and the open landscapes of Shaw Field.

Experience a classic 5k cross country race through the scenic fields of Waters Farm in Sutton. Join the USATF New England Grand Prix season opener on a spike friendly course with both open and masters divisions.

Ocean State Ultra is a loop trail event at Big River Management Area in West Greenwich, Rhode Island offering 100 mile, 12 hour and 6 hour races. The course uses 10 mile loops with trails, short pavement sections, and staffed aid stations.

Traverse the scenic ski slopes and forest trails of Wachusett Mountain in this timed event featuring loops from 7 to 28 miles. Earn a finisher medal within 10 hours and enjoy a post trek party at the mountain base.

Experience a scenic 3.3 mile trail run or hike through the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve. Support local land conservation while enjoying a timed course around Clark Pond followed by an awards ceremony with refreshments.

Trail Animals Running Club hosts a multi distance trail event at Great Brook Farm State Park on September 5, 2026. Looped 10K and 10 mile courses cover distances from 10K to 50 miles, plus a youth fun run and a Yeti Mischief Mile.

The Veterans Count Nashua 5k Fun Run & Walk will take place in Nashua on Saturday 5 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A 5K trail run and a 1/4 mile kids fun run at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary in Edgartown, MA, with scenic trails and birdlife. Proceeds benefit the sanctuary's wildlife protection, education, and conservation programs.

A seventh annual group run along the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail from West Suffield to New Haven to raise funds for Mental Health Connecticut. About 56 miles, largely self-supported with a 14-hour cut-off.

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 a scenic 5K trail race through 300 acres of natural terrain at Winding Trails in Farmington. Compete for age group awards and the local Lee Chisholm Award on a course surrounding Walton Pond.