Trail Running calendar near Northfield 2026-2027

A 6 hour or 12 hour fat-ass trail event on a 1.8 mile loop near Chester town park, with 280 feet of climb per loop. Basic aid and food are provided and proceeds benefit local recreation and recovery organizations.

Trail races at Mt Van Hoevenberg on August 8, 2026 offer 10K, half marathon and 50K courses over single track and steep terrain. Start and finish are in the venue stadium and course maps are provided.

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

A multi distance trail event in the White Mountain National Forest near Waterville Valley, New Hampshire held August 14 to 16, 2026. Races include 100 mile, 50 mile and 20 mile routes with substantial elevation gain and mandatory mountain g..

A 4.61 mile trail race at Moody Park in Claremont NH featuring narrow single track, wet sections and a steep drop and climb at Gravity Cavity. The event is part of the Western NH Trail Running Series and benefits the local parks department.

A scenic trail 5K on Wanakee’s 227 acre site in the White Mountains and Lakes Region of New Hampshire, held during Wanakee Homecoming. Proceeds support a camp scholarship fund and facility improvements.

A biannual mountain trail race on Mount Mansfield near Stowe, Vermont, covering about 11 miles and 5,000 feet of climbing over technical and exposed trails. Entry is capped at 70 and requires a recent qualifying time.

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 trail ultramarathon at Prospect Acres Ranch where runners complete repeated 2.2 mile laps in 2, 4, or 8 hour formats. Field camping is available Friday evening and registration is $40 with proceeds supporting future events.

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, New Hampshire, offering *50K*, *23K*, a 4 mile trail, and a 1 mile Bear Cub Fun Run; the 50K includes 7,700 feet of climbing and requires specific mandatory gear.

A 10 km race at Power Dam Recreation Area in Perkinsville, VT on August 30, 2026, part of the Western NH Trail Running Series. Online registration closes August 28, 2026; youth entries are free and age-based fees apply.

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 lakeside trail run in Goshen, New Hampshire on September 5, 2026, with 3 mile and 5.7 mile courses, awards, swag, and a raffle. The longer distance awards points in the Western NH Trail Running Series.

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.

Three events at the Springfield Dam on 09/12/2026 include a kids 0.5 mile, a one-mile Maniac Mile for ages 10+, and a 3.1 mile trail run with views of Mt. Ascutney. Food vendors and family activities are planned.

A September mountain trail event at Echo Lake State Park offering a technical 5-mile Little Beast and a rugged 13.1-mile Beast of the East with big climbs, granite ridge sections, and limited on-course support.

Sep 19-20, 2026 in Killington, VT: Spartan obstacle races across steep, off-trail terrain in the Green Mountains. Events include Sprint 5 km, Beast 21 km, Ultra 50 km and kids races; tickets start from $29.