Bimblers Bash

Guilford, United States • 5 Apr 2026

Bimbler's Bash

The Bimbler's Bash is an annual trail running event held in Guilford, Connecticut. Established in 2007, the event takes place at the A. W. Cox Elementary School and utilizes the surrounding natural terrain. The race is organized to support the maintenance and preservation efforts of the Guilford Land Conservation Trust.

The primary distance offered is:

  • 10 km

The course consists of an entirely off-road loop located within Westwoods. It is composed of a series of interconnecting single-track hiking trails. The terrain is technical in nature, featuring a variety of obstacles including rocks, roots, and two specific rock scrambles. Participants may also encounter wet conditions on the course.

Registration for the event is conducted exclusively online and remains open until shortly before the start on race day. The event recognizes several participant categories for awards, including overall male and female winners, as well as specific age groups ranging from 16 and under to 60 plus. There is a price reduction available for participants under the age of 16. Due to potential scheduling conflicts, the date is subject to change, with official confirmation provided in the weeks leading up to the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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