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Paine Mountain Anchor Challenge Trail Race

Northfield, United States • 19 Sep 2025

The Paine Mountain Anchor Challenge Trail Race, held in Northfield, Vermont, is a scenic and challenging 6K trail race that starts and finishes at the Norwich Shaw Outdoor Center. The course features a mix of gravel roads, single-track switchback trails, and steep descents, leading runners to the summit marked by the iconic Norwich Anchor. The event also includes free youth races of varying distances. Serving as a fundraiser for the Northfield Town Forest and Norwich University Cross Country teams, proceeds support trail maintenance and development. The race is part of Norwich University’s Homecoming Weekend and offers a festive atmosphere with awards, raffles, and a post-race campfire celebration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Vermont Northfield

Race information

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6 km
6k Anchor Challenge Trail Race
Youth Trail Races (200m up to the Mile)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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