Trail Running calendar near Chester 2026-2027

Snowshoe races at Moreau Lake State Park on February 28, 2026, with 15K and 4.7 mile single loops plus a kids 1 mile out and back. Snowshoes are mandatory and limited rentals are available on a first come first serve basis.

A **6K** snowshoe race at Gunstock Nordic Center with groomed trails, wooded single track, steep climbs, and marked course. Prizes include Dion snowshoes and age group gift cards, and limited rental snowshoes are available on race day.

The Runamuck 50k will take place in Pomfret on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

A USATF certified point to point half marathon in Albany County on April 11, 2026, mostly on paved rail trail with a net downhill and a 500 foot elevation drop to a Hudson River finish. The event offers live tracking, bus to the start, post..

A 15K trail race at Grafton Lakes State Park covering about 9.3 miles with 900 ft of elevation gain. The technical yet runnable spring course can be muddy and is described as accessible for new trail runners.

A 12 mile out and back trail race on the Holyoke Ridge near Amherst MA featuring technical singletrack, over 3,500 feet of ascent, a 500 runner cap and a waitlist when full.

A trail event at The Hartsbrook School in Hadley featuring a 5K Dandelion Dash and a 1 mile Mushroom Mile. Proceeds support school land stewardship and a virtual 5K option is offered.

A technical trail race on the Wapack Trail in Ashburnham, MA on May 9, 2026, offering 21.5, 43 and 50 mile options over rocky single track and significant elevation. Registration is limited, manually timed, and nonrefundable.

A trail race on Winant Park Trails near downtown Concord with windy singletrack, switchbacks, and nordic type paths. Two distances are offered and proceeds benefit the Ralph Waldo Emerson School for Preschoolers; day of event entry is avail..

The Free Spirit 50K is a scenic ultra on the dirt roads of Leyden, Massachusetts. The route passes historic farms, forests, and a vintage covered bridge, offering a classic New England countryside experience.

The Canterbury Shaker Village XC 5k will take place in Canterbury on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Hit the trails in Pittsfield State Forest for the Tails & Trails run, supporting local animal rescues. Choose from 50K, 25K, or 5-mile distances on a scenic course through pine woods and past boulders. Camping is available onsite for a full..

Event Overview The Ledge Rock Hill Wine Run 5K takes place at the Ledge Rock Hill Winery in Lake George, New York. The event features a 5K distance, which is open to participants aged 1 to 99. It is a timed race, with professional timing an..

The Steel Rail Races feature a marathon, half marathon, and 8K on the scenic Ashuwillticook Rail Trail in Adams, MA. Runners enjoy a technical shirt, finisher medal, and a post-race party with live music. The event supports the maintenance..

A series of rugged trail races in Ripton, Vermont from May 21 to 31, 2026 offering distances from 9 miles to 250 miles plus multi‑marathon and ultra challenges. Camping is available for a one time fee; the event is cup free and no refunds.

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.

Run the scenic Birdland 5K trail race through Montpelier's North Branch Park. The course features rolling singletrack, forested hills, and babbling brooks. It's a cupless race with category prizes and is part of a local race series.

Event Overview The Chocorua Mountain Race is a 23 km trail run with approximately 4500 ft (1372 m) of elevation gain. It takes place in the White Mountain National Forest, starting and finishing from Scott Road in Tamworth, New Hampshire. T..

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..