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Race to the Top of Bradford

Newbury, United States • 6 Jun 2026

Race to the Top of Bradford - June 6, 2026

The Race to the Top of Bradford takes place on June 6, 2026, at 1100 Chase Hollow Road in Bradford, Vermont. The event uses trails on Wrights Mountain, which is town-owned forestland, and reaches Bradford's highest point before returning to the start area.

Distances offered:

  • 5K - 850 foot ascent to Wrights Mountain summit
  • 1.5 Miler - fun run open to ages 13 and under

The 5K course ascends about 850 feet to the top of Wrights Mountain and then loops back to the starting area. Prizes are awarded to the top male and top female finishers of the 5K.

The 1.5 mile option is a shorter run through the lower Wrights Mountain Forest and is open to participants aged 13 and under. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. All children who complete the shorter course receive a prize.

All proceeds from the event benefit the Friends of Wrights Mountain Fund, which supports maintenance of the Wrights Mountain / Devil's Den Town Forest. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Vermont Newbury

Race information

Registration
5 km
1.5 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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