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Chesterfield Gorge Ultra
West Chesterfield, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km100 km80 km50 km+2
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
USTrail Running · Massachusetts · 12 Events · 32 Races
Trail Running in Massachusetts
12 verified events with 32 individual races (7 confirmed dates) in Massachusetts complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions32Races & courses
Distances0.7 - 162 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,620 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Notchview Ultra
Dalton, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
162 km4.32 km2.88 km1.44 km+2
ForestNature & Off-Road+3
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Cloudsplitter 100
Norton, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
157.5 km110.8 km50 km25 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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7 Sisters Trail Race
Amherst, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
19 km
ForestHigh Altitude+3
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Farm to 5k- Watermelon Wobbler
Wrentham, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
5 km
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road
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Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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JFK 50 Mile
Boonsboro, United States
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
50 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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HURT 100 Trail Endurance Run
Honolulu, United States
January 16, 2027 to January 17, 2027Date confirmed
160.93 km
City RunIsland+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Chesterfield Gorge Ultra | West Chesterfield, Massachusetts, US | Trail Running | 160 km100 km80 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Notchview Ultra | Dalton, Massachusetts, US | Trail Running | 162 km4.32 km2.88 km1.44 km |
| Date to be announced | Cloudsplitter 100 | Norton, Virginia, US | Trail Running | 157.5 km110.8 km50 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | 7 Sisters Trail Race | Amherst, Massachusetts, US | Trail Running | 19 km |
| Date to be announced | Farm to 5k- Watermelon Wobbler | Wrentham, Massachusetts, US | Trail Running | 5 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | JFK 50 Mile | Boonsboro, Maryland, US | Trail Running | 50 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 - Jan 17, 2027 | HURT 100 Trail Endurance Run | Honolulu, Hawaii, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027 | Black Canyon Ultras (Hoka) | Spring Valley, Arizona, US | Trail Running | 100 km50 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 | Valencia Trail Race | Valencia, California, US | Trail Running | 50 km21 km10 km |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Chuckanut 50K | Bellingham, Washington, US | Trail Running | 50 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | Trail Running Festival Desert Rats by UTMB | Fruita, Colorado, US | Trail Running | 100 km48 km21 km9 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Massachusetts directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 32 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.7 km to 162 km and elevation gains up to +7,620 m. Key host locations include West Chesterfield, Dalton, Norton, Amherst. Notable events in this selection include Chesterfield Gorge Ultra, Notchview Ultra, Cloudsplitter 100.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Massachusetts?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 32 individual races. Of these, 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 5 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Massachusetts?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.7 km to 162 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +7,620 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Massachusetts?
Top host locations include West Chesterfield, Dalton, Norton, Amherst, Wrentham. Representative events in the catalog include Chesterfield Gorge Ultra, Notchview Ultra, Cloudsplitter 100, 7 Sisters Trail Race. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Massachusetts?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 32 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.