Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Chester, Connecticut
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure event on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the picturesque Chester, Lower Connecticut River Valley. This exciting race invites participants to choose between two thrilling trail distances: a challenging 4-mile course or a more extensive 9-mile adventure through the scenic Cockaponsett State Forest. The trails will test your endurance with roots, rocks, muddy sections, and several hills, making for an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors.
The race kicks off at 9 AM, with bib pick-up starting at 8 AM. Make sure to arrive early, as there is no race day registration. Water stations will be conveniently located at miles 2, 4, 6, and 7 to keep you hydrated along the way. Plus, runners aged 75 and older can register for free! All proceeds from this event benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) in loving memory of Steve Hancock. Not a runner? You can still be part of this wonderful community event by volunteering to help with check-in, aid stations, and course sweeping. Don’t miss out on this chance to support a great cause while enjoying the beauty of nature!
The race kicks off at 9 AM, with bib pick-up starting at 8 AM. Make sure to arrive early, as there is no race day registration. Water stations will be conveniently located at miles 2, 4, 6, and 7 to keep you hydrated along the way. Plus, runners aged 75 and older can register for free! All proceeds from this event benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) in loving memory of Steve Hancock. Not a runner? You can still be part of this wonderful community event by volunteering to help with check-in, aid stations, and course sweeping. Don’t miss out on this chance to support a great cause while enjoying the beauty of nature!
Organiser's Description
Choose between a 4 or 9 mile trail race in the Cockaponsett State Forest in Chester, CT.
The 4 miler is the first part of the 9 mile course. The course consists of roots, rocks, muddy sections and several hills. The first 1/2 mile is on a road which helps spread the runners out prior to the start of the trails. Water stations are at miles 2, 4, 6 and 7.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Bib pick up opens at 8 am. Race starts at 9 am. Please note if you have out of state plates, the park requires you to pay a parking fee.
FREE registration to runners 75 or older.
Trails to a Cure is part of the Blue Blazed Trail Race series.
All proceeds benefit PanCAN in memory of Steve Hancock.
Not a runner but want to support the race? Volunteers are needed to assist with check in process, aid stations and sweeping the course. If interested, please email rebeccaiselin@comcast.net.
The 4 miler is the first part of the 9 mile course. The course consists of roots, rocks, muddy sections and several hills. The first 1/2 mile is on a road which helps spread the runners out prior to the start of the trails. Water stations are at miles 2, 4, 6 and 7.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Bib pick up opens at 8 am. Race starts at 9 am. Please note if you have out of state plates, the park requires you to pay a parking fee.
FREE registration to runners 75 or older.
Trails to a Cure is part of the Blue Blazed Trail Race series.
All proceeds benefit PanCAN in memory of Steve Hancock.
Not a runner but want to support the race? Volunteers are needed to assist with check in process, aid stations and sweeping the course. If interested, please email rebeccaiselin@comcast.net.
Races
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Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure- 9 Miler
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 03 APR -
Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure- 4 Miler
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 03 APR
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