Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Distance
- Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure- 9 miler · Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure- 4 miler
From the Organizer
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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Meriden Markham Muni Ap, 20 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chester, CT
Elevation
154 ft
Nearest Airport
HVN
Tweed New Haven Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure
- Date
- September 20, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure?
- Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure is a running race held in Chester, Connecticut on September 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Chester, Connecticut at Use Pattaconk Reservoir Dam on GPS, Chester, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cockaponsett Trails to a Cure
Sep 20, 2026