Trail Running calendar near Barre Town 2026-2027

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.

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 traditional up and down mountain race in Waterville Valley, NH on September 20, 2026 covering about 7 miles with 3000 feet of ascent; youth entry is available and day of registration is offered.

One day across five Westmore peaks covering up to 26 miles and about 6142 feet of climb, with shuttle drop offs, staffed water and rest stations, limited entries to protect trails, and post-hike services at the NorthWoods campus.

A 7.1 mile mountain trail race at Jay Peak, Vermont with about 3,044 ft of vertical and a technical summit ridge. The field is capped at 500 runners and the course is clearly flagged with a strict summit cutoff.

A weekend of endurance mountain biking and trail ultrarunning at Ascutney Outdoors in West Windsor Vermont, offering 50 mile and 50 km solo races, multiple relay formats, and kids fun races. Proceeds support Vermont Adaptive.

Bike, run, or walk on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail in Morrisville, Vermont. Proceeds support services for healthy aging in Central Vermont including groceries, emergency fuel, prescription assistance, and exercise classes.

Marathon Mont-Hereford on 27 September 2026 in East Hereford QC features trail races from 1 km to the marathon, a relay and a children's race. The event is listed with ITRA as 1 point and 4 mountain points.

The 4th annual Paine Mountain races in Northfield Vermont on September 27, 2026 include the Anchor Challenge 6k, a 7.5 mile summit race and free youth races. Proceeds benefit the Northfield Town Forest and Norwich cross country program.

Experience a rugged trail race through the Adirondack forests and wetlands of Amy’s Park. Enjoy scenic views and a community after party at a local brewery while supporting land conservation for Lake George.

An eighth edition backyard ultra in Center Conway, NH on October 3rd, 2026. Runners loop a mostly forest singletrack course of about 3.5 miles with hourly laps until one person remains, with camping and meals on site.

The Trail du Mont Sutton offers four marked trail distances during the Autumn Festival, with water points, aid stations on longer routes, category podiums and free parking.

A one-mile charity run at Gunstock Mountain Resort on October 4, 2026, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire & Vermont. Online registration closes October 2; adult and teen entries are $20, children under 12 enter free.

A trail ultra on Wright's Mountain in Bradford, Vermont on October 10-11, 2026 offering 30 hour, 12 hour and a 10K loop. The course mixes runnable sections with steep, rocky climbs and includes themed tarot card and milestone awards.

Trail marathon and half marathon at Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont. The 13.1 mile loop mixes double-track trails, dirt roads and rugged single-track with significant elevation change.

Cranmore Mountain Race in North Conway, NH offers one and two lap up and down mountain courses on ski slopes, singletrack, and service roads, with the two lap race part of the USATF New England circuit and $7500 in cash prizes.

A Halloween themed 5K trail race at Arrowhead Golf Course in Milton VT on October 25, 2026. Pre registration fee is $15 and the event is open to runners 12 and older with awards for top male, female, and non binary finishers.

A looped endurance walk on Burke Mountain in East Burke, VT on October 25, 2026 offering 7, 14, 21, and 28 mile options across single-track, ridgelines, and ski trails. Options include weighted rucks, timed results, aid stations, and commem..

Nighttime mountain races at Cranmore Resort on November 7, 2026 featuring 5 km and 10 km courses, reflective markers, required headlamps, and post-event pizza and awards.

A Last Person Standing mountain event with hourly 2.25 mile laps that climb about 1,209 feet each. Aid, hot food, camping, elevation milestone prizes, and awards are provided; conditions may include cold, snow, or ice.