Winter Series- People's Forest 8.5/17 mile Registration opens 11/23/2026
- Date Sun 10th January 2027
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Barkhamsted, Connecticut
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Winter Series - People's Forest event taking place on Sunday, January 10, 2027, in the picturesque Barkhamsted, located in the scenic Northwest Hills of Connecticut. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: 8.5 miles or 17 miles, making it a perfect challenge for runners of all levels.
This hand-timed club run kicks off at Matthies Grove Parking area in People's State Forest, offering a stunning course that features rolling hills and beautiful views along the Farmington River. Runners will enjoy a route that meanders along East River Road, makes a left on Route 20 through Riverton center, and returns on West River Road. With the option to register for a "single loop" or a "double loop," this event promises a fun and engaging atmosphere for all. Plus, while registration is free, your generous donations will help cover the costs and support future events. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, stunning natural beauty, and the thrill of competition!
This hand-timed club run kicks off at Matthies Grove Parking area in People's State Forest, offering a stunning course that features rolling hills and beautiful views along the Farmington River. Runners will enjoy a route that meanders along East River Road, makes a left on Route 20 through Riverton center, and returns on West River Road. With the option to register for a "single loop" or a "double loop," this event promises a fun and engaging atmosphere for all. Plus, while registration is free, your generous donations will help cover the costs and support future events. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, stunning natural beauty, and the thrill of competition!
Organiser's Description
This is a hand timed, club run through beautiful Barkhamsted, CT. It starts at Matthies Grove Parking area, People's State Forest, 106 East River Road 06063. The course consists of rolling hills that meander along the Farmington River, outbound on East River Rd, left on Rte 20 through Riverton center, and inbound on West River Road. The race is entirely on roads.
NOTE: NEW THIS YEAR.............When registering choose "single loop" or "double loop".
Timed results will be published here on Runsignup.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS...See link below.
Registration is free, but please consider a donation, to cover the basic costs for this event and so that we can continue to provide fun, friendly, low key club events throughout the year.
NOTE: NEW THIS YEAR.............When registering choose "single loop" or "double loop".
Timed results will be published here on Runsignup.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS...See link below.
Registration is free, but please consider a donation, to cover the basic costs for this event and so that we can continue to provide fun, friendly, low key club events throughout the year.
Races
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HTC Winter Series Barkhamsted -Single Loop 8.5 Mile
Sun 10th January 2027 (10:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS 23 NOVNOTE: Limited to 200 participants. If you register but find you cannot attend, please let us know. -
HTC Winter Series Barkhamsted -Double Loop 17 Mile
Sun 10th January 2027 (10:00AM EST)
Free
OPENS 23 NOV
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Matthies Grove Peoples State Forest, 106 E River Rd, Barkhamsted, 06063, CT, United States
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Winter Series- People's Forest 8.5/17 mile Registration opens 11/23/2026
