Tackle the Trail - Pomfret, CT
Pomfret, United States • 17 Oct 2026
Tackle the Trail - Pomfret, CT
Tackle the Trail is a point-to-point trail race in Northeast Connecticut that follows the Air Line Trail State Park. The course runs along the trail between Willimantic and Putnam and is described as a multi-distance event held in October. The 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The event accepts individual runners and relay teams. Relay teams may include up to five runners and the course includes four relay stations to support teams during the marathon relay.
Distances offered:
- Marathon (individual)
- Marathon relay, teams up to five runners
- Half marathon (individual)
- 10K (individual)
- TackleJR youth race
Race materials and awards are part of the event program, and proceeds from the race are used to help local students pursue higher education. The race is organized around a trail setting and is described as a one-way course through the Air Line Trail State Park, connecting communities in the Windham and Putnam area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.