Vulcan's Fury Trail Race

Vulcan's Fury Trail Race takes place in Nottingham, New Hampshire, on October 11, 2026, organized by Six03 Endurance. Two trail formats are offered: a half marathon (13.1 miles) starting at 9:00 a.m. and a 5 Miler (8 km) starting at 9:15 a.m.

New Hampshire trails in October are a classic combination of rocks, roots, and fall leaves that hide both, so footing is the skill to bring. The half marathon is a solid objective for runners who want a real trail effort with a modest recovery, and it fits nicely as a late-season goal after a summer of hill running. The 5 Miler is a good first trail race or a fast, technical effort for those who prefer to race hard for under an hour. Plan 12 weeks for the half, with a long run building to 12 miles on similar terrain and a weekly session of hills or short intervals; 8 weeks is plenty for the 5 Miler. Trail shoes with solid grip are a must, and a mid-morning start gives you time to warm up properly on a cool fall day.