Franconia
Trail Running Calendar near Franconia 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Franconia for 2026-2027! We've gathered 11 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A mountain footrace from the Mount Washington Cog Railway base to the summit with 2.75 mile climb or a 5.5 mile roundtrip across steep, rocky, and exposed terrain.
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 memorial family fun run and kids dash on scenic trails at White Mountains Regional High School, featuring prizes, music, a participant brunch, and a scholarship fund.
October 2026
Trail event on a 10K loop at Wright's Mountain in Bradford, VT offering 30 hour, 12 hour and 10K options with a 100-runner cap and themed tarot awards.
Fall Foliage Foot Races in Waterville Valley on October 11, 2026 features a 5K road race, a 10 Mile trail race with mountain views, and a 1 mile kids fun run.
A rugged self supported 10 km trail race in the Great North Woods near Randolph, New Hampshire, run without aid stations and requiring a mandatory gear list.
November 2026
Trail 5 km Turkey Trot in Jackson, NH with a 1 km kids fun run, awards for top finishers, and proceeds benefiting local youth programs.
June 2027
A 6.9 mile trail race at Cannon Mountain with 3,080 feet of vertical gain, multiple divisions with cash and gear prizes, and season points toward a PEAK FREAK buckle.
July 2027
A last runner and rucker standing event on a 1 mile loop at Northeast Slopes in Corinth VT, with weighted rucking rules and memorial loops honoring members of 2/4 Marines.