Trail Running calendar near Brattleboro 2026-2027

A new Soapstone Mountain Half Marathon debuts in 2026 alongside the Jerry Stage 6K. Both are trail races in Shenipsit Forest starting at Reddington Rock Riding Club, organized by the Shenipsit Striders with proceeds to trail stewardship gro..

A lap-based trail race in Keene NH using a 12.5 km loop with options up to 50 km, technical wooded terrain, aid stations, and a cupless policy requiring personal hydration gear.

Trail races at Powisset Farm in Dover MA run through farm fields and Noanet Woodlands with four distances from 1.5 to 8.3 miles. One aid station provides water and this is a cupless race so runners must bring their own hydration carrier.

A scenic 2.5 mile off-road run or walk around Horn Pond paired with a festival at Ice House Park featuring food trucks, a DJ, raffles, kids activities, and over 25 local mental health and substance use providers.

A point-to-point ultramarathon on the New England Trail offering 112-mile and 50-mile options to Guilford. Entrants must make a donation to the Connecticut Forest and Parks Association and arrange their own crew and navigation.

A five mile fun run along the Cheshire Rail Trail from the Fitzwilliam Railroad Depot to the restored Troy Depot, with a short children's loop and food and festivities at both depots. The event raises funds for local historical societies.

A unique trail festival centered on a rugged 3.8-mile loop featuring the infamous "staircase of death." Run solo, join a flexible relay team, or take on the casual Fun Run over a 12-hour period. Start when you like and enjoy the community a..

Run a flat, out-and-back course on the scenic Holliston Rail Trail. This event offers a 5K and a 10K for adults, plus a fun run for kids with distances based on age. The community gathering point is Blair Square in Holliston.

The Sunapee Scramble is the 2026 USATF National Classic Mountain Championship on Mount Sunapee. Runners tackle a challenging 9.2-mile course with two ascents to the summit. A significant prize purse adds to the competitive atmosphere.

A trail event in Dunstable MA featuring a marked 5-mile loop with about 600 feet of elevation per loop and a 6-hour option to run multiple laps; proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Nashua.

Explore the hill towns of western Massachusetts on a mix of trails and dirt roads. Choose from a 50k, 30k, or 10k distance, with all proceeds supporting the Franklin Land Trust's conservation efforts at the scenic Edge Hill Conservation Are..

A trail running event at Mansfield Hollow State Park offering a 15.7 mile out-and-back on the Nipmuck Trail and a new 5K course entirely inside the park. Proceeds support Connecticut trail stewardship groups.

A mountain trail race at Killington Resort on June 27, 2026 covering 8.2 miles and 3,010 ft of ascent. Event features Sport Expert and Pro categories, prize awards, two aid stations and a strict summit cutoff.

The Rochester 5K Trail Run/Walk is a 4th of July event on marked forest trails. It starts and finishes at River Brook Park, following a loop with single-track sections and rolling hills.

Notchview Ultra in Windsor MA runs multiple timed events on a 1.9 mile loop with an on-course aid station, campsite options, and beneficiaries including the Trustees of Reservations and Baypath Humane Society.

Trail race in Goshen, Vermont offering marked 5 km and 10 km courses on trails and gravel roads. The event is cup free, proceeds support the Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center, and camping is available for a fee.

Spaulding Woods 50K is a trail ultramarathon in Northfield, NH on July 11, 2026. The race uses a technical 5.6 mile loop with rocks, roots and footbridges, requires six laps and a ten hour time limit, and supports Spaulding Academy.

A July endurance weekend in the southern Green Mountains offering 100-mile and 100-kilometer races, 17,000 feet of climbing, and a concurrent horse race. Proceeds support Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sport.

A unique trail race at Soapstone Mountain featuring six ascents. Runners circle the base and climb each upward trail they find, finishing with the infamous Killer Hill. The challenging course includes rocky and steep terrain.

A three day stage race around Lake Sunapee covering about 75 miles and 15,500 ft of climbing, with an optional 50k on the final day. The format includes overnight camping, gear transport, aid stations and strict gear requirements.