Tackle the Trail (TM)
Tackle the Trail (TM) is a trail running and running race on October 17, 2026 in Northeast, CT, with entry fees from $75 to $250.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (86 days to go)
- Location
- Airline Trail, Northeast, CT
- Price
- $75–$250
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Individuals and up to 5-person relay teams will enjoy the quiet solitude of nature with bursts of energetic and supportive volunteers at 4 relay stations during this point-to-point race in Northeast Connecticut. Individual runners can choose between the marathon, half-marathon, and 10K course options.
Want to Tackle the Trail with a TEAM? We’ve got you covered, with marathon Team registration available. Other highlights include; Great prizes, SWAG and the most important part…knowing that proceeds help local students pursue their higher education dreams!
Just 45 minutes from Providence and 1 hour from Boston, Tackle the Trail, Northeast Connecticut’s Unique Race in an Amazing Place!
ALL RACE INFORMATION: TACKLETHETRAIL.ORG
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
61°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from W Thompson Lake, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Northeast, CT
Nearest Airport
ORH
Worcester Regional Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 28 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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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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Tackle the Trail (TM)
Oct 17, 2026