Soapstone Mountain Trail Races

The Northern Nipmuck Trail Race is a 16-mile trail running event held in Union, Connecticut, taking place on March 29, 2025. Organized by the Shenipsit Striders, the race features a scenic course that traverses the Nipmuck Trail and the Yale-Myers Forest. Participants can expect a challenging terrai..

The Traprock 50 is a challenging trail running event held at Penwood State Park in Bloomfield, CT, featuring two race distances: a 50K and a 17K. The course consists of approximately 10.5-11 miles per loop, with the 50K requiring three loops and the 17K one loop. Runners will navigate a mix of techn..

The 7 Sisters Trail Race is an exciting running event that features a series of wave starts based on anticipated finish times, ensuring a well-organized experience for participants. Runners are required to carry their own water, as the race is cupless, promoting sustainability. The event is capped a..

The Dandelion Dash and Mushroom Mile is a fun running event taking place in Hadley, MA, featuring a 5K trail run or walk and a 1-mile race suitable for participants of all ages. Scheduled for May 4, 2025, the event aims to support The Hartsbrook School's unique programming, which includes land stewa..

The Nipmuck South Trail Race is a scenic 15.7-mile out-and-back race held at Mansfield Hollow State Park in Mansfield, CT. Participants will enjoy a beautiful course that follows the Fenton River, featuring varied terrain, small bridge crossings, and a climb to a 50-foot cliff. The event includes th..

The Summer Solstice Trail Run is a scenic early morning event held in Gay City State Park, offering participants three race distances: 3 miles, 5 miles, and 8 miles. The 8-mile race is part of the Blue-Blazed Trail Running Series and the USATF-CT Mountain, Ultra and Trail series, providing a competi..