From the Organizer
This race based at Okemo's Jackson Gore area, will take runners to the top of Okemo Mountain and back via a combination of dirt roads and single track hiking trails.
There will also be family oriented fun-run of less than one mile starting one half
All Registrations Include:
Event T Shirt
Bar-b-que style lunch served by Okemo's culinary team
Custom Triquest Finisher medals
Schedule:
Friday August 7, 2026
5pm - 9pm - Early bib pick up & late registration at Jackson Gore base area.
The Jackson Gore Music Series will be in full swing Friday night, bring your friends & family, blankets & lawn chairs and enjoy the music of Jenny & the Bets!
Saturday August 8, 2026
7-8:30am - Race day bib pickup & late registration
8:45am - Gather at start line for final instructions
9:00am - Race start
11:30am - Lunch is served
12:00pm - Music with Sammy B!
Guidelines:
Please respect private property near the trails. Do not trespass.
No littering: Participants are encouraged to carry their own water & food during the event. There will be aid stations to refill your own bottles along the way.
Please dispose of all waste and recyclables in the proper containers.
Please be respectful of all volunteers, Okemo staff & race officials.
Do not impede another runner.
Leave no trace: Pack-in pack-out.
**The race course is located on private land as well as the Okemo State Forest.
**Course subject to change as necessary
SAFETY FIRST!
The course is steep, rocky, grassy, wet & slippery. You will be pushing hard for the summit, putting yourself to your capacity, lungs, grit, and strength. Please note, we will have the course well marked, it is imperative, for your safety, you follow precise course marking. Please be courteous to fellow competitors, if you encounter an injured competitor please inform the nearest course Marshall, EMT or Rescue Services.
AWARDS:
1st, 2nd & 3rd Place overall for women & men for both the mountain top and fun runs.
QOM/KOM - Queen & King of the Mountain for the Bear Climb segment as posted to Strava by 1pm for the day. Please ensure your Strava file is available for public viewing or we won't be able to see it!
Best Running outfit - be Creative!
Best Family/Group running outfit - creative!
Average Jane & Joe - The middle finisher of all female and all male competitors.
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
81°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cavendish, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ludlow, VT
Population
755
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,118 ft
Nearest Airport
RUT
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
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- Triquest Trail Run Series - Okemo
- Date
- August 8, 2026
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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, not the pace, is the whole point.
Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Triquest Trail Run Series - Okemo?
- Triquest Trail Run Series - Okemo is a trail running race held in Ludlow, Vermont on August 8, 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 trail running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Triquest Trail Run Series - Okemo?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Ludlow, Vermont at 111 Jackson Gore Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Triquest Trail Run Series - Okemo?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Triquest Trail Run Series - Okemo
Aug 8, 2026