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Field & Forest 5 Miler

Name: Field & Forest 5 Miler
Start: 2026-06-21
End: 2026-06-21
Location: Brunswick

Brunswick, United States • 21 Jun 2026

Field & Forest 5 Miler

Field & Forest 5 Miler is a new, roughly 5 mile trail race organized by the Maine Track Club and benefiting the Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust. The event takes place on the Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust Crystal Spring property in Brunswick, Maine.

The course is about 90% off pavement and keeps portions of the old Farm to Farm Ultra route while spanning both parts of the property. Runners will encounter single-track sections and several wood bridges. The terrain and layout are presented as suitable for runners who are new to trail running.

Participation is limited to 50 entrants because of parking constraints. Registration opens on February 2, 2026 and closes on June 17, 2026. The registration fee is $35. The event includes a giveaway of a tech tank top for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Maine Brunswick

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5 mi

Field & Forest 5 Miler

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

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