Trail Running calendar near Stowe 2025-2026

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a scenic, untimed run or walk along the Burlington bike path with 1 mile, 5K, or 5 mile out and back options. Gather by the ECHO Leahy Center, then enjoy live music, the burning of Champ and fireworks.

Take on winter trails at Défi des Collines Enneigé in Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley on Saturday 21 February, with distances from 5.5 km to 30 km perfect for spring marathon prep. Finish to a medal, post race meal and a friendly community atmos..

Runamuck 50K is a rugged trail ultramarathon around South Pomfret, Vermont, weaving hilly dirt roads and scenic backcountry. Expect changeable weather and a true test of endurance on this challenging 50K course.

Infinitus is a multi day endurance event in Ripton, Vermont from May 21 to 30, 2026, with races from 9 miles to 551 miles for novice to elite ultra runners. Held at Silver Towers near Green Mountain National Forest, camping and dorm lodging..

Race the Cirque Series at Cannon Mountain on June 13, 2026, a rugged 6.9 mile climb to the 4,031 foot summit with 3,080 feet of gain. Expect rocky, steep trails and sweeping views on this demanding mountain course.

Race The Cog climbs alongside the Mount Washington Cog Railway to the summit, offering a 2.75 mile Summit Climb with cog train return or a 5.5 mile Devil's Shingle Roundtripper back on foot. Expect epic views, steep terrain and serious elev..

Tackle the scenic Catamount Ultra at Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT with a 25k route or a two lap 50k that winds through highland pastures and hardwood forest by Mount Mansfield. Expect big climbs, sweeping views, helpful aid stations, and..

Tackle 8.2 miles and 3,010 ft of climbing at the Cirque Series Killington on June 27, 2026, a steep, technical loop that visits three resort peaks and finishes at the K1 Lodge. Expect rocky, grassy trails and a brutal Needle's Eye climb.

Celebrate July 4th at the Whiteface Mountain Races with options from a steep Vertical K to 10k and 20k mountain loops, plus a kids ascent. Finish at the summit and ride the gondola down for unforgettable views and bragging rights.

Celebrate July Fourth with the Freedom Run in Newport and Derby, a run or walk along gravel paths and wooded trails. Pick a distance up to a half marathon, enjoy post run ice cream and watermelon, and support NAMI Vermont.

Run through the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area at the Goshen Gallop, a friendly trail event offering 10K and 5K routes across ski trails and gravel roads. Support local trail stewardship while enjoying a scenic Vermont race.

Run the Ragged 75 multi day stage race or choose the single day 50k on rugged trails around Lake Sunapee, NH. Big climbs, scenic single track, communal camping and a true self supported trail challenge.

Run single track up to Mount Moosalamoo with lake views at the Moosalamoo Ultra in Goshen Vermont on August 1, 2026. Choose 14 miles with 2400 feet climb or 36 miles with 5000 plus feet for a rugged Green Mountain challenge.

Run the Jigger Johnson Ultras in Waterville Valley, NH, across rugged White Mountain trails and exposed ridgelines for an epic mountain challenge. Multiple distances demand GPX navigation and mandatory gear for remote and night sections.

XTERRA Bromont returns Aug 22 to 23 2026 with off road triathlons, gravel races, duathlons and trail runs at Lake Bromont and the Olympic Equestrian Park. Challenging courses, youth events and 28 qualifying slots for XTERRA Worlds make it a..

Run the Triple Dam 10K in Perkinsville VT on August 23, 2026 for a scenic road and trail loop with a fun calf deep river crossing. Open to runners and walkers, proceeds support Springfield High School cross country.

Take on the Black Bear Trail Races in Waterville Valley on August 29, 2026, with distances from a rugged 50K circling 4,000 foot peaks to a family friendly 1 mile fun run. Scenic trails, big climbs, and alpine views await runners of all lev..

Trek Cannon Mountain in Franconia New Hampshire and choose 7, 14, 21 or 28 mile routes with ten hours to finish. Rugged trails, sweeping White Mountain views, camaraderie and a post trek gathering with proceeds benefiting conservation.

Run the rugged Kilkenny Ridge across iconic White Mountain peaks with 25K, 25 Miler or epic 50 Miler options featuring big climbs and remote singletrack. Expect self navigation, mandatory safety gear and a true alpine trail adventure.

Run five Northeast Kingdom peaks in the Westmore Mountain Challenge, a mountain marathon through peak fall foliage on scenic trails. All proceeds benefit NorthWoods Stewardship Center and local trail conservation.