Houghton's Pond Trail Races (7 Miles and 3.7 Miles)
- Date Sun 6th October 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Milton, Massachusetts
- Price $30.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Houghton’s Pond Trail Races on Sunday, October 6, 2024, in beautiful Milton, Norfolk! This exciting event offers two fantastic race distances: a challenging 7-mile course and a more accessible 3.7-mile route, both set against the stunning backdrop of the DCR Blue Hills Reservation, just south of Boston.
Participants will navigate rolling terrain along dirt roads and forest paths, with the thrill of small rocks and tree roots adding to the trail running experience. The 7-mile race features a total elevation change of about 700 feet, while the 3.7-mile option presents a more moderate elevation change of 300 feet, making it perfect for runners of all skill levels. Both races will start and finish near the Houghton’s Pond Visitor Center, providing breathtaking views of the pond. Plus, by participating, you’ll be supporting a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit Friends of the Blue Hills, dedicated to maintaining these beautiful trails. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy nature and challenge yourself!
Participants will navigate rolling terrain along dirt roads and forest paths, with the thrill of small rocks and tree roots adding to the trail running experience. The 7-mile race features a total elevation change of about 700 feet, while the 3.7-mile option presents a more moderate elevation change of 300 feet, making it perfect for runners of all skill levels. Both races will start and finish near the Houghton’s Pond Visitor Center, providing breathtaking views of the pond. Plus, by participating, you’ll be supporting a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit Friends of the Blue Hills, dedicated to maintaining these beautiful trails. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy nature and challenge yourself!
Organiser's Description
These trail races follow rolling courses over dirt roads and forest paths in the Houghton's Pond section of the scenic DCR Blue Hills Reservation, a few miles south of Boston. The routes avoid steep hiking trails, but these ARE trail races, with plenty of small rocks and tree roots along the way! Both courses are entirely on dirt.
Two race distances are offered: 7 MILES and 3.7 MILES. Both races will start and finish adjacent to the Houghton's Pond Visitor Center, overlooking Houghton's Pond. The total elevation change is about 700 feet for the 7-mile race, and 300 feet for the 3.7-mile race. (See below for a PDF of the course maps.)
The races are directed by Colonial Road Runners. A portion of the race proceeds will be donated to Friends of the Blue Hills, which helps to maintain trails in the Reservation and serves as an advocate for the Reservation's protection.
Two race distances are offered: 7 MILES and 3.7 MILES. Both races will start and finish adjacent to the Houghton's Pond Visitor Center, overlooking Houghton's Pond. The total elevation change is about 700 feet for the 7-mile race, and 300 feet for the 3.7-mile race. (See below for a PDF of the course maps.)
The races are directed by Colonial Road Runners. A portion of the race proceeds will be donated to Friends of the Blue Hills, which helps to maintain trails in the Reservation and serves as an advocate for the Reservation's protection.
Races
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7-Mile Race
Includes Long-Sleeve Shirt
Sun 6th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
CLOSED -
3.7-Mile Race
Includes Long-Sleeve Shirt
Sun 6th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$30.00
CLOSED
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