Ipswich
Trail Running Calendar near Ipswich 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Ipswich for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A 4 mile out and back beach run on Nantasket Beach in Hull, MA on August 6, 2026, held at low tide with a post-race gathering and proceeds supporting local causes.
A community 5 km run in Derry, New Hampshire on August 8, 2026, with adult and kids categories and online registration closing August 7, 2026.
A community trail run in Lynn, MA featuring a no-drop 5 km on gravel roads with refreshments and a shoe raffle at the Market Street Arc'Teryx storefront.
September 2026
Trail Animals Running Club hosts a multi distance trail event at Great Brook Farm State Park on September 5, 2026. Looped 10K and 10 mile courses cover distances from 10K to 50 miles, plus a youth fun run and a Yeti Mischief Mile.
GBTC XC Invite in Carlisle, MA features youth and Open/Masters cross-country races at Great Brook Farm State Park on September 13, 2026. Distances include a 2K youth race and multiple 5K races; registration runs August 1 to September 11.
October 2026
An annual 5K cross country run or walk in Franklin Park supporting Boston Latin School Athletics. Team registration is new for 2026 and fees are tiered with free entry for BLS students.
A 4.1 miles trail race in Ravenswood Park, Gloucester, held October 18, 2026, as part of the North Shore Trail Series. The course uses single-track and carriage roads, with online registration closing October 15 and race-day registration available.
A 5K on October 24, 2026 at Stratham Hill Park that runs along Great Bay and benefits Great Bay Stewards; the mostly downhill course includes a race shirt for timely registrants and a bib with a beer or cider coupon.
November 2026
Obstacle course weekend at Fenway Park on November 7 and 8 2026 featuring a Stadion 5 km with 20 obstacles plus kids races and spectator access.
A November trail festival at Willowdale State Forest in Ipswich offering multiple looped distances from a 10K to 100K, a Cider Donut Mile, and a flagged 0.5‑mile youth run, with cupless aid stations and fundraising for local land trusts.
A 6 hour timed trail race on a 5K loop at Wright Locke Farm in Winchester Massachusetts, featuring rocky rolling singletrack, a barn aid station in a cupless format, and provisions for adaptive athletes and youth discounts.
A community memorial run in Tyngsboro, MA with a 1.5-mile walk and two 5K options, raising funds for a school scholar/athlete award and science scholarships while maintaining a tradition of food donations.
December 2026
March 2027
April 2027
10 mile trail race on April 10, 2027 in Andover MA along the Merrimack River with aid stations, handmade prizes, and proceeds supporting trail maintenance.
Annual fundraising run at Odiorne Point State Park featuring a chip timed 5K, kids runs, race shirts, prizes, and a post event beach cleanup.