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The Mountain Goat Trail Race

Rupert, VT

Sun, Sep 20, 2026

In 78 days · Sun, Sep 20, 2026

When

Sunday, September 20th, 2026

Where

3270 VT-315, Rupert VT

Distances

1 Mile

About this race

Welcome to the Mountain Goat Trail Race!

  • Date: September 20th, 2026
  • Location: Merck Forest and Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT
  • Start Time: 8:30 am
  • Course: 8.5 mile loop with approximately 1,800 ft of climbing

Race Description:

  • Start Line: Begins at the Sap House
  • Climb: Up to the summit of Mt Antone
  • Route: Continue down Masters Mtn Trail to Hidden Valley Road junction
  • Finish: Back down to the farm and finish at the Sap House

Aid Stations:

  • Locations: At the Glen and the junction of Masters Mtn Trail and Hidden Valley Road
  • Offerings: Light snacks, fruit, and hydration (Skratch & water)
  • Bibs: Runners must have bibs clearly visible
  • Kids Run: A fun ~0.75 mile loop surrounding the farm

Packet Pick-Up:

  • Friday: Available from 11am-6pm at the Mountain Goat in Manchester
  • Race Day: From 7:45am-8:15am at the start line near the Sap House

Parking:

  • Location: Main lot at Merck Forest
  • Distance: Approximately ¼ mile walk to the Sap House

Bathrooms:

  • Location: Visitor center near parking
  • Options: Primitive bathrooms near the Sap House and start line

Dogs:

  • Policy: Dogs are not allowed on the race course
  • Reason: To ensure the safety of runners and respect community members

Maps & Courses:

  • Updates: GAIA and STRAVA maps will be available soon
  • Gaia Map: Here
  • Strava Map: Here

See you there!

-Mountain Goat & Merck Forest and Farmland Center

For more information, visit The Mountain Goat Trail Race.

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