Houghton's Pond Trail Race

Milton, United States • 5 Oct 2025

The Houghton's Pond Trail Races feature two distances: a 7-mile race and a 3.7-mile race, set in the scenic DCR Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA. Participants will navigate rolling dirt roads and forest paths, with elevation changes of approximately 700 feet for the 7-mile course and 300 feet for the 3.7-mile course. The event, organized by Colonial Road Runners, aims to promote trail running while supporting the Friends of the Blue Hills, which maintains the trails. Registration is limited to 300 runners, and amenities include race shirts, water stations, and post-race refreshments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

7 mi
700 m+
7-Mile Race
3 mi
300 m+
3.7-Mile Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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