Goshen Gallop

Event overview

The Goshen Gallop is an annual running event held at the Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center in Goshen, Vermont. The course uses cross-country ski trails and nearby gravel roads through the Moosalamoo National Recreation Area of the Green Mountain National Forest, with running terrain that includes trail and road sections and views from the south end of Hogback. Proceeds support the Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center, a registered non-profit that maintains the trails and bridges used by the race.

Race details

• 10K
• 5K

The race has a mass start beneath a marked "start" banner and the course is well marked. The surface is generally dry with a few muddy spots noted between 6 and 8 km. The event is cup-free; participants should bring their own hydration device. A spigot is available at 5 km for refilling, and runners need their own cup for post-race drinks. Aid requests or injuries should be reported to nearby volunteers.

Food is served buffet style for those who purchased a meal; a meal ticket is provided at registration and extra tickets are limited. Raffle tickets are sold before and after the race; winners must be present. Awards are given to the top three in each race and to age group winners in the 10 km; recipients must be present to receive awards. Two porta-potties are available outside the ski center. Trash, recycling, and compost bins will be on site; Vermont rules require composting food scraps. Camping is available for $10 per person per night and includes wifi, showers, water, and daytime indoor space. Dogs are allowed if leashed and controlled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.