Rhode Island
Rhode Island Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Rhode Island for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 13 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Rhode Island below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Trail races at Bradford Preserve on October 3, 2026 feature 5K, 10K and a free kids run on dirt trails with seasonal course markings and a required orange clothing rule per state regulations.
Second annual fall trail run and walk at Ryan Park in North Kingstown, RI; a 5K course with age group medals and proceeds benefiting the local firefighters association.
Trail ultra in Cumberland Rhode Island on Oct 3 and 4 2026 featuring a 5 mile loop and 34, 12, and 8 hour individual and team formats.
A trail run through Sakonnet Vineyard on October 17, 2026 with an approximately 3 mile course and post-run wine, dinner and music.
A fall trail event at Grills Preserve in Westerly with 10 mile and 10 km courses across single-track trails and riverfront sections. Club timing is used, orange clothing is required, and post-race refreshments are provided.
November 2026
A community 5K trail run at East Greenwich High School supporting local families and charities with proceeds to EG Unified Sports Program, Women & Infants NICU and Give Kids The World.
A November trail race at Burlingame State Park offering 4 mile and 8 mile courses on dirt trails and roads, a required orange garment mandate, post-race food, and age group awards for both distances.
A 5K off-road run on the Mt Hope HS cross country course in Bristol with start and finish at Bristol Town Beach, with proceeds supporting Mt Hope HS indoor track.
March 2027
Trail races at Monastery Trails in Cumberland, RI on March 14, 2027 offer distances from a 1 mile kids run to a 100K 12 hour ultra. Team ultra entries and a multilap 5 hour option are available and all finishers receive a medal.
April 2027
An obstacle course race in Cumberland, Rhode Island featuring a 3.2 miles course with about 1,000 feet elevation, multiple wave formats including elite and age group competition, multilap sessions, and a 12 hours ultra option.
May 2027
A looped hill endurance event in Cumberland Rhode Island where participants run or hike as many laps as possible within a 12 hour period. The top male and female who cover the greatest distance are named King and Queen of the Hill.
June 2027
The inaugural F.I.T. 50k in Cumberland, Rhode Island is a 50k trail ultramarathon with equal parts smooth non technical and moderately technical terrain. The event includes a generous cutoff time and a $65 registration fee.
Elimination trail race near Big River Management Area in West Greenwich RI featuring repeated 3.8 mile loops with about 450 ft elevation gain per loop.