Run for The Hills
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Distance
- Run for the Hills
From the Organizer
Join in the 5th Annual Run for the Hills 5K event at the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve in Niantic, CT. Come for an amazing trail run by Clark Pond and through beautiful scenery around the perimeter of the preserve. Proceeds from the race will go directly to maintaining this special place of quiet beauty for future generations to enjoy!
Not a runner? Hikers are also welcome to participate and enjoy the trails as well.
This year, the awards ceremony will take place after the race at the nature preserve where you will be able to celebrate with your fellow finishers whilst enjoying some well earned refreshments!
Entry Fee
- $25 until August 16th, then $30 (on-line)
- Day-of cash registration, $35
Race Schedule
- Parking
- There is ample parking adjacent to the preserve, with overflow at East Lyme Town Hall, 108 Pennsylvania Ave., Niantic.
- Race Day Check in opens at 08:00 AM
- Race starts at 09:00 AM
- Awards Ceremony at the Nature Preserve 10:30 AM
Awards
- Overall First Place Male and Female!
- Top 3 Men and Women in each age group
- 19 and under
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
- The race will be professionally timed by SNERRO, LLC.
Registration (On line only)
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
77°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Groton New London Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Niantic, CT
Elevation
109 ft
Nearest Airport
WST
Westerly State Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 49 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Run for The Hills
- Date
- September 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for The Hills?
- Run for The Hills is a running race held in Niantic, Connecticut on September 5, 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 Run for The Hills?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Niantic, Connecticut at Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, Niantic, CT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for The Hills?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run for The Hills
Sep 5, 2026