Trail Running calendar near Northfield 2026-2027

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.

A September mountain race at Echo Lake State Park offering a five mile course and a half marathon that climbs over 4,300 feet of vertical. Courses run on granite ledges and exposed ridges with remote aid stations.

A mountain footrace from the Cog Railway base in Bretton Woods to the summit of Mount Washington, offered as a 2.75 miles climb or a 5.5 miles roundtrip. The route follows the railway, gains about 3,500 feet and crosses steep rocky terrain.

An obstacle course weekend at Killington Ski Resort on Sep 19 to 20, 2026 featuring Sprint, Beast, Ultra and kids races with spectator access.

A remote trail event in Stark, New Hampshire with 50 mile, 25 mile and 25K courses along the Kilkenny Ridge Trail. Routes are unmarked, require navigation and mandatory gear, and include backcountry aid stations and shuttle logistics.

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.

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 one lap up and down mountain race in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire on September 20, 2026, part of the USATF-New England Mountain Racing Circuit. The course uses grassy ski slopes and gravel service roads and includes three aid stations..

A fall trail race at Merck Forest and Farmland Center featuring an approximately 8.5 mile loop with about 1,800 feet of climbing and two aid stations. A separate 0.75 mile kids loop circles the farm and allows parent participation.

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.

A weekend of mountain bike and ultra running at Ascutney Outdoors near West Windsor offering 50 mile and 50 km races, relay options, and kids fun races. Proceeds benefit Vermont Adaptive and event information includes aid stations and campi..

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.

A 50 kilometer trail ultramarathon on October 3, 2026 in Kattskill bay, NY, starting and finishing at Camp Chingachgook with about 9,000 feet of climbing across multiple Lake George peaks. Prior ultra-trail experience is required.

A last person standing trail ultra on a 3.5 mile forest loop in Center Conway, NH, open to all ages and abilities. The event includes a minimal midway aid station, camping option Friday, food on Saturday, awards and participant swag.