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When
Sunday, April 25th, 2027
Where
Deer Lake Outdoor Center, Killingworth CT
Distances
1 Mile
Typical weather
43–58°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2026
39–48°F
rain
2025
54–71°F
dry
2024
33–50°F
dry
2023
40–56°F
dry
2022
42–54°F
dry
2021
45–60°F
rain
2020
34–58°F
dry
2019
42–58°F
dry
2018
46–54°F
rain
2017
49–57°F
rain
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About this race
About the Race
- Location: Rural Killingworth, CT at the Deer Lake Outdoor Center.
- Course: A challenging 5(ish)-mile course with almost 500 ft of elevation gain.
- Terrain: True trail course with rocks, roots, and possible mud.
- Awards: Given for male & female winners in each age group and overall winners.
New in 2027!
- Kids Course: A 1(ish)-mile trail course for kids and the young-at-heart.
- Timings: The 1-mile kids trail run will be timed.
- Terrain: Includes rocks, roots, and more similar to the 5-mile course.
- Awards: Awards for top finishers in the kids run.
T-Shirts
- Guaranteed: T-Shirts for the first 100 entries.
- Action: Sign up today to secure your T-Shirt!
Entry Fees - 5 Mile Trail Run
- $30: Through March 14th.
- $35: March 15th - April 14th.
- $40: April 15th - April 24th.
- $45: On race day.
Entry Fees - Kids 1 Mile Trail Run
- $15: Through March 14th.
- $20: March 15th - April 14th.
- $25: April 15th - April 24th.
- $30: On race day.
Awards
- Categories: Overall male and female winners.
- Age Groups: Awards for each age group listed below.
- Age Groups: 0 - 12 yrs (under 10 must be accompanied by an adult).
- Other Age Groups: 13-19 yrs, 20-29 yrs, 30-39 yrs, 40-49 yrs, 50-59 yrs, 60-69 yrs, 70+ yrs.
Race Schedule
- Registration: 8:00 am.
- 5 Mile Trail Run Start: 9:00 am.
- 1 Mile Trail Run Start: 10:30 am.
Other Information
- Policy: Please NO Dogs Allowed.
Sign Up
- Link: Register at Deer Lake Trail Run.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Apr 24 – 26, 2027.
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