Trail Running calendar near Colchester 2026-2027

A biannual mountain trail race in Stowe, Vermont on August 16, 2026 covering about 11 miles and 5,000 feet of climbing. The technical, alpine course is limited to 70 runners and requires recent qualifying times.

Weekly trail races at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston, VT, with 5 km, 2.5 km half lap, and a cubbies category for ages 5 and under. Events run rain or shine with a stated thunder and cancellation policy.

A loop-style trail event in Paul Smiths, NY with 6 hour, 3 hour, and 1 hour timed options on an approximately 4 mile course. The day also features live music, food, and other on-site activities alongside the timed laps.

A weekly trail race series in Williston, VT offering 5 km and 2.5 km options with adult and youth categories, bib pickup and on-course water refill. Events run rain or shine and follow a posted thunder and cancellation policy.

A mountain-ascent fundraiser in Stowe, Vermont, celebrating its 20th year while supporting the Catamount Trail Association. Participants run, hike, or bike 4.3 miles up Mansfield Toll Road and a kids fun run is held near the base.

A weekly trail running race at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston, VT, offering 5 km and 2.5 km courses with adult and youth categories. Races run rain or shine and follow a clear thunder and bib policy.

A two-day trail running festival at Jay Peak, Vermont, with seven races from a kids trail to a 53.1 km ultra featuring significant elevation gain and varied terrain, plus on-site lodging and resort amenities.

A trail race in Groton Forest hosted by Onion River Outdoors on September 12, 2026 offering 25K and 12K distances. Volunteers receive a free lunch, a neon orange ORO hat, and free entry to select future events.

Vermont Spartan Event Weekend at Killington Ski Resort offers mountain obstacle races over varied terrain, including a 5 km Sprint, 21 km Beast, 50 km Ultra, kids races and spectator options.

A scenic 5K and 2 Mile Fun Run Walk at Crown Point State Historic Site on September 19, 2026, featuring trails, roads, and fields and raising awareness about online safety through a collaboration with prevention partners.

TAM Trek is a trail race and fun run in Middlebury, Vermont supporting the Trail Around Middlebury. Events range from a full 19 mile route around the village to shorter trail races and a family friendly two mile run.

Trail along the banks of Reservoir Choinière with rolling, low-technical trails. Distances range from 1 km to 42 km and bib pickup takes place on site during the weekend of 19 and 20 September 2026.

A charity event from September 25 to 27, 2026 at Mont Orford where teams use Joëlette and Trackz Mobilité to assist participants with functional limitations in repeated ascents; the goal is to raise 50,000 CAD for AlterGo and the Fondation..

A one-day mountain challenge covering five peaks around Westmore, Vermont, with a full route of 26 miles and about 6,142 feet of gain. The course has staffed water and aid stations, limited entry to protect trails, and on-campus camping.

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.

An extreme-format triathlon with open water swim in Lake Memphrémagog, gravel bike stages and a run over Mont Owl's Head. Multiple triathlon and duathlon distances available, with individual and team entries and eco certification.

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.

A 3.1-mile race at Shelburne Farms on 09/27/2026 with a course that mixes gravel paths (not loose), wooded trails, fields and dirt roads. Field limited to 200 racers; registration through Racevermont.com includes a finishers medal.

Trail races on Paine Mountain in Northfield, VT include a 7.5 mile summit race, a 6K Anchor Challenge, and free youth races. The event raises funds for the Northfield Town Forest and the Norwich University 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.