🏃♂️🌲 Farnum Five.5 (ish) Trail Run 📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026 ⏰ Start Time: 9:00 AM 📍 Start / Finish: Farnum Hill Preserve, 98 Poverty Lane, Lebanon, NH 🏃 Distance: 5.5-ish mile trail run (maybe 5.9… we’ll see! 😏) 🌲 The Course Ready to run, climb, cruise, and have a little fun? The Farnum Five.5 (ish) has a little bit of everything! The race kicks off with a fast Class VI road / wide trail for the first 1.5 miles. 🚀 Then, just when you're feeling good, we turn up the heat with a short, steep climb to the ridge. 🔥⛰️ Once you’ve conquered the climb, you’ll be rewarded with approximately 0.6 miles of scenic ridge running beneath a beautiful shaded canopy. 🌳😎 Enjoy it while you can… because another heart-pounding 0.6-mile climb is waiting for you! 🎯 At the top, you'll hit the 5K mark, and from there it's time to cruise your way to the finish! 🏁 Most importantly, this race is about having a great time and enjoying the trails. Whether you're chasing a PR, challenging yourself, or just looking for a fun morning in the woods, come out and run with us! 🙌 🏆 Prizes & Giving Back Thanks to our awesome sponsors, Poverty Lane Orchards (right across the street!) 🍎 and Omer & Bob's 🏃♀️, we'll have prizes to make things even more fun. And the best part? ❤️ All proceeds go toward trail and park development, helping make our local outdoor spaces even better for everyone. 📞 Race Contact Paul Coats — Race Director 📧 Paul.Coats@LebanonNH.gov 📱 603-448-5121 🌲 Come for the run. Stay for the fun. Leave the trails a little better than you found them. 🏃♀️🌳🏁
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lebanon, NH.
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When is Farnum Five.5 Trail Running Race 2026 — Lebanon, NH?
Farnum Five.5 Trail Running Race 2026 — Lebanon, NH takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
Where is Farnum Five.5 Trail Running Race 2026 — Lebanon, NH held?
Farnum Five.5 Trail Running Race 2026 — Lebanon, NH is held at 98 Poverty Lane in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
Where can I find hotels near Farnum Five.5 Trail Running Race 2026 — Lebanon, NH?
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