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Sleeping Giant Trail Runs

Hamden, United States • 30 Mar 2025

The Sleeping Giant Trail Runs is an exciting and challenging trail running event set in Hamden, Connecticut, featuring two race distances: a 25K and a 50K. The course showcases the diverse terrain of Sleeping Giant State Park, with over 30 miles of trails that include smooth carriage roads and technical singletrack. Participants can expect significant elevation gain, with the 25K loop featuring over 3,000 feet of vertical ascent. The event emphasizes community support, with a portion of registration fees benefiting the Sleeping Giant Park Association. Runners can look forward to unique finisher medals, awards for top performers, and post-race refreshments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Connecticut Hamden

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50 km
50k
25 km
25k
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