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Block Island Shad Bloom 10K Trail Run

Name: Block Island Shad Bloom 10K Trail Run
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-09
Location: New Shoreham

New Shoreham, United States • 9 May 2026

Block Island Shad Bloom 10K Trail Race

Held on May 9, 2026 on Block Island, this spring event covers a scenic 10K trail course. The start and finish are at the Block Island School, 15 High Street, Block Island, RI 02807.

The course includes a variety of terrain: dirt roads with stone walls and rolling pastures, a winding track overlooking the Atlantic, and at mile 4 a steep, double tiered, narrow climb known locally as "the wall". Every mile offers different scenery and surface conditions.

The event has a loyal following among island runners. Fees for the event are non refundable. If the ferry is cancelled on race day, the race will be postponed until Sunday, May 10, 2026.

Certain Covid restrictions may be in place and all participants will be required to follow any applicable measures. Contact details and registration conditions are provided by the organizer through official channels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Rhode Island New Shoreham

Race information

Registration

10 km

10 K Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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