Summer Solstice Trail Run

Hebron, United States • 21 Jun 2025

The Summer Solstice Trail Run is an early morning trail running event held at Gay City State Park in Hebron, Connecticut. Scheduled for June 21, 2025, it offers three race distances: 3 miles, 5 miles, and 8 miles. The 8-mile race is part of the 2025 Blue-Blazed Trail Running Series and the USATF-CT Mountain, Ultra, and Trail series, featuring team competitions with prize money. Participants receive custom technical socks and can opt for a custom short sleeve tee. The event supports the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s Susie Beris, MD Youth Running Program, promoting youth fitness and community engagement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 mi
8 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
3 mi
3 Mile
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