Waterville Valley
Trail Running Calendar near Waterville Valley 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Waterville Valley 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.
August 2026
Multi-distance mountain trail event near Waterville Valley offering 108 mile, 58 mile and 20 mile courses across the White Mountain National Forest with significant elevation gain.
A 5K trail race at Wanakee in Meredith, NH on August 15, 2026 featuring wooded hills, granite trail sections, views from Look Out Point and a postrace Homecoming BBQ.
Waterville Valley trail races on August 29 2026 offering 50K, 23K, 4 mile and 1 mile events with aid stations, a cupless policy, and required gear for the ultra.
September 2026
A mountain ascent race alongside the Mount Washington Cog Railway offering a 2.75 mile summit climb or a 5.5 mile roundtrip over exposed alpine 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.
October 2026
Last person standing trail ultra in Center Conway, NH on a 3.5 mile forest loop with camping, meals, swag and a beer mile the following day.
November 2026
Thanksgiving morning trail event in Jackson, NH featuring a trail 5k and a kids 1k fun run, with day-of registration and awards for top finishers.