Run for The Hills

  • Date Sat 13th September 2025
  • Time 11:00AM EDT
  • Location Niantic, Connecticut
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for the 4th Annual Run for The Hills, happening on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the stunning Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve in Niantic, Southeastern Connecticut! This exciting event features a scenic 5K trail run around the picturesque Clark Pond, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of nature. Not just for runners, this event welcomes hikers too, making it a perfect outing for everyone who loves the great outdoors.

Join fellow enthusiasts in supporting the preservation of this tranquil area, as proceeds from the race will go towards maintaining this cherished landscape for future generations. The day kicks off with check-in at 10:00 am, followed by the race start at 11:00 am. After the run, celebrate your accomplishments at the awards ceremony at Niantic Public House, where you can enjoy local brews and swap stories with fellow finishers. With prizes for the top runners in various age groups and a coupon for all participants aged 21 and older, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Secure your spot now and be part of this uplifting community experience!

Organiser's Description

JOIN IN THE _4TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE HILLS 5K _EVENT AT THE OSWEGATCHIE HILLS NATURE PRESERVE IN NIANTIC, CT. COME FOR AN AMAZING TRAIL RUN BY CLARK POND AND THROUGH BEAUTIFUL SCENERY AROUND THE PERIMETER OF THE PRESERVE. PROCEEDS FROM THE RACE WILL GO DIRECTLY TO MAINTAINING THIS SPECIAL PLACE OF QUIET BEAUTY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS TO ENJOY!

NOT A RUNNER? HIKERS ARE ALSO WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE AND ENJOY THE TRAILS AS WELL.

THE AWARDS CEREMONY WILL TAKE PLACE AFTER THE RACE AT THE NIANTIC PUBLIC HOUSE - STAY AND ENJOY A WONDERFUL LOCAL BREWERY, WHILST YOU SHARE STORIES AND CONGRATULATE YOUR FELLOW FINISHERS!

ENTRY FEE

* $25 until August 16th, then $30 (on-line)
* Day-of cash registration, $35

RACE SCHEDULE

* Parking

* There is ample parking adjacent to the preserve, with overflow at East Lyme Town Hall, 108 Pennsylvania Ave., Niantic.

* Race Day Check in opens at 10:00 am
* Race starts at 11:00 am
* Awards Ceremony at Niantic Public House at 12:30 pm

AWARDS

* Overall First Place Male and Female!

* Top 3 Men and Women in each age group

* 19 and under
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70+

* The race will be professionally timed by SNERRO, LLC.

REGISTRATION (ON LINE ONLY)

All registrants 21 and older will receive a coupon to redeem at our sponsor, the Niantic Public House.

Races

  • Run for the Hills

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Custom Glass Waterbottle & Car Magnet

    Sat 13th September 2025 (11:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

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Location

Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, 10 Memorial Park Drive, Niantic, 06357, CT, United States

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