Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
From the Organizer
Course
The race takes place at Arrowhead Golf Course in Milton VT on the Laura’s Tears trail.
Registration
Pre-registration is online and will close on Saturday, Oct. 26 at midnight. Registration day of the race will be open from 8:00-9:15 AM.
Restrictions
Open to all runners 12 and older. For runners under the age of 12, the runner must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the race.
Entry Fee
$15 Pre-registration (GMAA Members subtract $5)
Food & Water
Post-race refreshments will be provided.
Facilities
There will be two porta-potties and handwashing stations set up for your convenience.
Awards
Prizes will be awarded to the top male, female, and non-binary finishers overall. Other prizes will be distributed by raffle.
Parking
Please be aware of other runners and spectators as you enter and exit the race area.
Information
This race, previously known as “The Hills Are Alive,” now has a fun Halloween theme. Wear your best running costume! Questions to race director, Laura Ryan at hillsarealive@gmaa.run
NOTE: GMAA/Insurance rules prohibit running with a baby jogger or dog. For safety reasons and as a courtesy to fellow runners, GMAA strongly discourages the use of headphones.
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
54°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from S Hero, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Milton, VT
Elevation
306 ft
Nearest Airport
BTV
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 135 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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139
Days to train
- Race
- Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K
- Date
- October 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K?
- Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K is a running race held in Milton, Vermont on October 25, 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 Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Milton, Vermont at Arrowhead Golf Course, Milton, VT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K
Oct 25, 2026