1904 Canton Avenue, Canton MA
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Event Overview
- Event Name: TARC Blue Hills Skyline Trail Run
- Date: July 11, 2026
- Location: 1904 Canton Avenue, Canton, MA
- Registration Link: Register Here
Race Details
- Note: This race sells out, and there are no refunds, no transfers, and no deferrals (except for emergencies)!
- Course Length: 12K with approximately 2,300 feet of climbing.
- Terrain: Rocky and steep, demanding attention, balance, and agility.
- Experience: Expect a classic New England path with scenic views of the Boston skyline.
Course Description
- Start Point: Blue Hills Ski Area, along the Accord Path to the Skyline Trail.
- Key Route: Follow the Skyline Trail to Great Blue Hill and the southern Skyline Trail.
- Out and Back: Includes an out and back section to aid station and back.
- Finish Line: Return to the parking lot via the Skyline Trail and Accord Path.
Course Markings
- Marking Style: Course is only marked with Skyline blazes.
- Responsibility: Participants should be aware of the course beforehand.
- Utilize Resources: Encourage downloading GPX files and carrying printed maps.
- Trail Preservation: Please stay on the race course to prevent erosion.
Aid Stations
- Locations: Aid station near the road crossing, passed twice.
- Additional Aid: Available at start/finish.
- Required Gear: Hydration packs or handheld bottles due to minimal aid.
- Stay Hydrated: Be prepared for the length of the race.
Environmental Responsibility
- Policy: Adherence to the Leave No Trace principles is mandatory.
- Impact Awareness: Participants should respect nature and minimize their footprint.
- Encouragement: Promote sustainable practices throughout the race.
- Nature Appreciation: Embrace the environment during the event.
Land Acknowledgement
- Location: Hosted on land of the Pokanoket Nation, descendants of the Wompanoag people.
- Educate: Encourage participants to learn the history of the land.
- Respect: Acknowledge those who have stewarded this territory.
- Awareness: Promote cultural sensitivity among participants.
Schedule
- Event Day: Saturday, July 11, 2026
- 6:30 a.m.: Bib Pick Up Opens in Parking Lot
- 7:20 a.m.: Pre-race Briefing
- 7:30 a.m.: Race Start (& Yeti Howl!)
Parking & Travel
- Parking Location: Available at the Blue Hills Ski Area parking lot.
- Carpooling: Encourage carpooling with fellow participants.
- Coordination: Use the Trail Animals Running Club Facebook Group or the event page for carpool arrangements.
- Map Link: View Parking Location
