Tackle the Trail Putnam, CT   Oct 18, 2025

Tackle the Trail is a unique race in a unique place. Runners enjoy the quiet solitude of nature with bursts of energetic and supportive fans throughout the race. Just 45 minutes from Providence and 1 hour from Boston, Tackle the Trail, your gateway to trail racing in New England.

The race winds through communities starting in Willimantic, CT, and finishing in Putnam, CT. It is intertwined in the fabric of fall events in the “Scenic Northeast” corner of Connecticut, boasting more than 100 volunteers and partnerships with local businesses.

Highlights include; amazing scenery, great swag, enthusiastic volunteers and entrance to an awesome post-race party!

Proceeds from this race support local Northeast CT students pursuing their educational dreams.