Rails-to-Trails 5K - East Hampton

East Hampton, United States • 11 Jul 2025

The Rails-to-Trails 5K in East Hampton, Connecticut, is a point-to-point race starting at the Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue and finishing at the Old Home Days grounds. The scenic course begins on Chestnut Hill Road, crosses Route 16, and continues along the shaded Air Line Trail for about two miles, featuring a water station at Forest Street. Runners finish near the Company One Firehouse and Center School.

Shuttle buses transport participants from Center School to the start, with no parking allowed at the starting line. The event welcomes runners and walkers, offers awards in multiple age categories, and includes an award ceremony on the main stage. Pre-registration guarantees a free race T-shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
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