Trailblaze 5 Miler Good Pickin’ Farm + Westford Firefighters Association Hit the trails for the Trailblaze 5 Miler, a community run and walk through the fields, woods, and trails of Good Pickin’ Farm! Challenge yourself on a beautiful 5-mile trail course while supporting a day of outdoor fun, community spirit, and local partnership. Whether you’re an experienced runner, a weekend jogger, or would rather enjoy the course at a walking pace, runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. And when you cross the finish line, stick around — the fun continues at the farm! The Course The Trailblaze 5 Miler takes participants on a scenic 5-mile trail course through Good Pickin’ Farm, offering a mix of farm views, fields, and wooded trails. Along the way, participants will experience some of the best scenery the farm has to offer, including: Wooded farm trails Open fields and pastures Views of the farm and its animals Our historic apple trees Plenty of fresh air and New England fall scenery This is a trail course, so participants should be prepared for natural terrain, including uneven ground, roots, rocks, hills, and changing trail conditions. Run it. Walk it. Just come ready to Trailblaze! A Community Partnership Trailblaze is proudly presented by Good Pickin’ Farm and the Westford Firefighters Association, bringing together two local organizations for a day centered around community, outdoor recreation, and fun. Your participation helps support this local partnership while bringing friends, families, neighbors, runners, walkers, and first responders together for a memorable day on the farm. Stay for the Fun Crossing the finish line doesn’t mean you have to head home! After the 5 Miler, stick around and enjoy: Petting Zoo Lawn Games Sandbox Play Area Time to relax and enjoy the farm Bring your family and make a day of it — spectators and supporters are welcome to join in the post-race fun, too. Awards Awards will be presented following the 5 Miler. Registration 5-Mile Run: Runners only 2.5-Mile Run/Walk: Walkers/Runners welcome Kids Fun Run: Kids 12 and under Race registration includes 1 ticket to the petting zoo Race T-shirts: Register by the T-shirt deadline to guarantee your Trailblaze race shirt. Location Good Pickin’ Farm 5 Gould Road Westford, MA 01886 Join Us! Lace up your trail shoes, gather your friends and family, and come spend the day with us at Good Pickin’ Farm. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, taking on your first 5-miler, walking the trails with friends, or simply looking for a fun way to get outside and support your community, Trailblaze is for you. Five miles. Farm trails. Community spirit. Let’s Trailblaze!
Course & Travel Notes
The Trailblaze 5 Miler takes place in Westford, Massachusetts on September 5, 2026, with a 9:30 AM start time, giving you plenty of daylight after sunrise at 6:15 AM that morning. The venue sits at 253 feet elevation, so expect relatively mild terrain. Fly into Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED), located 13.4 miles from the race site, and plan for typical early September weather with highs around 76°F and lows near 52°F—pack layers, and note that roughly 31% of days in this period see measurable rain.
⛰️ 253 ft elevation☀️ Typically 76°F / 52°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED) — 13.4 mi
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Trailblaze 5 Miler 2026 — Westford, MA takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Westford, Massachusetts.
Where is Trailblaze 5 Miler 2026 — Westford, MA held?
Trailblaze 5 Miler 2026 — Westford, MA is held at 5 Gould Road in Westford, Massachusetts.
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