Trail Races & Routes in Vermont
Explore 53 trail running and hiking routes across Vermont. 1 organized races and 52 training routes covering distances from 3.5 mi to 301.3 mi. Elevation gains range from 26 ft to 66,699 ft. View detailed terrain intelligence for every route.
Key Takeaways
Total Routes
53
Races / Routes
1 / 52
Distance Range
3.5 mi - 301.3 mi
Elevation Range
26 ft - 66,699 ft
Most Popular Distance
Other (31)
Surface Type
100% Trail
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont 100 | Dover, Vermont | 99.0 mi | 8,856 ft | race | — |
| Stowe Pinnacle (VT) | Lamoille County, Vermont | 3.5 mi | 1,585 ft | route | — |
| Middle Mountain Trail | Avery's Gore, Vermont | 4.0 mi | 745 ft | route | — |
| Elmore Mountain (VT) | Lamoille County, Vermont | 4.0 mi | 1,229 ft | route | — |
| Chandler Ridge Trail | Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, Vermont | 4.0 mi | 762 ft | route | — |
| Colchester Pond Trail | Colchester, Vermont | 4.5 mi | 654 ft | route | — |
| Old Long Trail | Bolton, Vermont | 4.8 mi | 2,490 ft | route | — |
| Vertical Kilometer, Mt Mansfield (VT) | Chittenden County, Vermont | 4.8 mi | 3,530 ft | route | — |
| Camel's Hump (VT) | Chittenden County, Vermont | 4.9 mi | 2,287 ft | route | — |
| Leicester Hollow Trail | Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, Vermont | 5.0 mi | 559 ft | route | — |
| Equinox Mountain (VT) | Bennington County, Vermont | 5.1 mi | 2,703 ft | route | — |
| Bucklin Trail | Coolidge State Forest, Vermont | 5.1 mi | 1,991 ft | route | — |
| Toonerville Rail Trail (VT) | Windsor County, Vermont | 5.7 mi | 128 ft | route | — |
| Mt Abraham on Battell Trail (VT) | Addison County, Vermont | 6.5 mi | 2,456 ft | route | — |
| Goshen Dam Trail | Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, Vermont | 6.7 mi | 1,076 ft | route | — |
| Sherburne Pass Trail | Killington, Vermont | 6.9 mi | 2,911 ft | route | — |
| Oak Ridge Trail | Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, Vermont | 7.5 mi | 2,249 ft | route | — |
| Bluff Ridge Trail | Brighton, Vermont | 7.6 mi | 1,273 ft | route | — |
| Springfield Reservoir Circumnavigation (VT) | Windsor County, Vermont | 8.1 mi | 479 ft | route | — |
| South Pond Loop | Marlboro, Vermont | 8.4 mi | 894 ft | route | — |
| Pico-Killington (VT) | Rutland County, Vermont | 10.4 mi | 2,494 ft | route | — |
| Newport Bike Path and Beebe Spur Rail Trail | Newport, Vermont | 11.3 mi | 323 ft | route | — |
| Worcester Range (VT) | Washington County, Vermont | 13.4 mi | 4,816 ft | route | — |
| Long Trail: Bolton - Mansfield (VT) | Chittenden County, Vermont | 16.4 mi | 5,794 ft | route | — |
| Killington Mt/Catamount Loop (VT) | Rutland County, Vermont | 16.5 mi | 3,512 ft | route | — |
| West River Trail | Jamaica State Park, Vermont | 17.6 mi | 1,470 ft | route | — |
| Bolton Backcountry Round (VT) | Washington County, Vermont | 18.5 mi | 4,323 ft | route | — |
| Upper Coos Recreational Rail Trail | Canaan, Vermont | 18.5 mi | 412 ft | route | — |
| Kingdom Heritage Trail (VT) | Essex County, Vermont | 19.1 mi | 4,993 ft | route | — |
| Glastenbury Wilderness (VT) | Bennington County, Vermont | 19.2 mi | 3,500 ft | route | — |
| Honey Hump (VT) | Chittenden County, Vermont | 19.4 mi | 5,216 ft | route | — |
| Monroe Skyline Gap-to-Gap-to-Gap (VT) | Washington County, Vermont | 20.3 mi | 6,005 ft | route | — |
| Glastenbury West Ridge Loop | Woodford, Vermont | 21.4 mi | 4,660 ft | route | — |
| Glastenbury/West Ridge Loop (VT) | Bennington County, Vermont | 21.4 mi | 4,660 ft | route | — |
| Green Mountains Presidential Traverse - Vermont Presi (VT) | Addison County, Vermont | 24.1 mi | 6,843 ft | route | — |
| Trail Around Middlebury | Middlebury, Vermont | 24.6 mi | 2,151 ft | route | — |
| Mount Ascutney (VT) | Windsor County, Vermont | 24.9 mi | 8,001 ft | route | — |
| Grand Isle Loop (VT) | Grand Isle County, Vermont | 30.2 mi | 1,158 ft | route | — |
| Mount Mansfield > Camel's Hump via Long Trail | Stowe, Vermont | 30.7 mi | 9,452 ft | route | — |
| Mt.Mansfield - Camel's Hump Challenge (VT) | Chittenden County, Vermont | 30.7 mi | 9,452 ft | route | — |
| Northern Long Trail Bridge to Bridge (Johnson-Duxbury) (VT) | Lamoille County, Vermont | 33.9 mi | 11,129 ft | route | — |
| Cross-Moosalamoo Trail (VT) | Addison County, Vermont | 35.8 mi | 5,965 ft | route | — |
| Moosalamoo Traverse Tour | Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, Vermont | 35.8 mi | 5,965 ft | route | — |
| Velomont Trail - Heart of the Greens Loop (VT) | Windsor County, Vermont | 37.9 mi | 5,919 ft | route | — |
| Catamount Ski Trail Vermont (VT) | Rutland County, Vermont | 42.9 mi | 26 ft | route | — |
| Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail (VT) | Franklin County, Vermont | 53.3 mi | 797 ft | route | — |
| Bayley-Hazen Military Road (VT) | Caledonia County, Vermont | 67.1 mi | 7,020 ft | route | — |
| Lamoille Valley Rail Trail - old version (VT) | Caledonia County, Vermont | 67.2 mi | 1,184 ft | route | — |
| Run Across Vermont (VT) | Rutland County, Vermont | 77.9 mi | 6,028 ft | route | — |
| Lamoille Valley Rail Trail (VT) | Lamoille County, Vermont | 95.1 mi | 1,727 ft | route | — |
| Vermont 4000ers (VT) | Washington County, Vermont | 118.5 mi | 17,552 ft | route | — |
| Long Trail (VT) | Windsor County, Vermont | 248.3 mi | 66,699 ft | route | — |
| VTXL | Orange County, Vermont | 301.3 mi | 33,647 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Vermont?
There are 1 organized races and 52 self-supported routes available in Vermont.
What is the average elevation gain in Vermont?
The average elevation gain is 5,505 feet, with routes ranging from 26 to 66,699 feet.
What distances are available in Vermont?
Available distances include: 100 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50K, 50 Mile, 100K, Ultra.
Can these trail routes in Vermont be used for hiking?
Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
What's the best time of year to run trails in Vermont?
Trail running conditions in Vermont vary by season and elevation. Check the race date column for organized events, which are typically scheduled during optimal weather windows. For year-round training routes, elevation profiles help you plan for seasonal conditions.
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