Trail Running calendar near Newport 2026-2027

A biannual mountain trail race around Mount Mansfield covering about 11 miles and 5,000 ft of gain, featuring steep technical climbs, exposed alpine terrain and a strict 70-runner field with time-based qualification and limited refunds.

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 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 trail race weekend in Waterville Valley NH with a 50K ultra, 23K, 4 mile and 1 mile family fun run. Courses use single and double track, have cup less aid stations, and include finisher awards and podium prizes.

A mountain fundraiser in Stowe on August 30, 2026, featuring a 4.3 mile climb to Mt Mansfield for runners, hikers, and cyclists, plus a kids run, team options, donations, and event merchandise supporting the Catamount Trail Association.

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 weekly fall trail running and walking series at Great Glen Trails in Gorham, NH from Sep 3 to Oct 8, 2026. Choose from 5 km, 3 km or 1.5 km courses; dogs on leash are welcome and one-time entries are available on-site.

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 remote, unmarked mountain event in Stark New Hampshire offering 50 Mile, 25 Mile, and 25K routes along the Kilkenny Ridge Trail. Runners navigate with provided GPS tracks, use limited backcountry aid, and must carry mandatory safety gear.

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.

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.

Trail du parc national de la Yamaska features rolling trails along the Choinière reservoir with distances from 1 km to 42 km and a Backyard Ultra Vertical Perséides edition.

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.

Charity event at Mont Orford from September 25 to 27 2026 where teams assist people with functional limitations using Joëlette and Trackz Mobilité. Fundraising target is $50,000 for AlterGo and the Fondation des sports adaptés.

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.

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.

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.