Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure – Chester, CT 2026

Date
September 20, 2026
Location
Chester, CT
Venue
Use Pattaconk Reservoir Dam on GPS
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $40.00
Events
Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure- 9 miler, Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure- 4 miler
Includes
T-Shirt
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Choose between a 4 or 9 mile trail race in the Cockaponsett State Forest in Chester, CT. The 4 miler is the first part of the 9 mile course. The course consists of roots, rocks, muddy sections and several hills. The first 1/2 mile is on a road which helps spread the runners out prior to the start of the trails. Water stations are at miles 2, 4, 6 and 7. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Bib pick up opens at 8 am. Race starts at 9 am. Please note if you have out of state plates, the park requires you to pay a parking fee. FREE registration to runners 75 or older. Trails to a Cure is part of the Blue Blazed Trail Race series. All proceeds benefit PanCAN in memory of Steve Hancock. Not a runner but want to support the race? Volunteers are needed to assist with check in process, aid stations and sweeping the course. If interested, please email rebeccaiselin@comcast.net.

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