Matthies Grove Peoples State Forest, 106 E River Rd, Barkhamsted CT
Sunday, January 10th, 2027
This is a hand timed, club run through beautiful Barkhamsted, CT. It starts at Matthies Grove Parking area, People's State Forest, 106 East River Road 06063. The course consists of rolling hills that meander along the Farmington River, outbound on East River Rd, left on Rte 20 through Riverton center, and inbound on West River Road. The race is entirely on roads.
Timed results will be published here on Runsignup.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS...See link below.
Registration is free, but please consider a donation to cover the basic costs for this event and so that we can continue to provide fun, friendly, low key club events throughout the year.
Race-day essentials
Light, simple picks for a fast effort.


Adidas Men's Lite Racer Adapt 7.0, Black/Grey/Grey, 10
$44.95

Lapulas Athletic Ankle Socks, Low Cut Cushioned Anti-Blister Running Tab Sports Socks for Men and Women 6Pairs (White, L)
$14.99
![Lamicall Polarized Sports Sunglasses for Men Women, [24g Ultralight] [Adjustable Nose Pad] UV400 Protection Sun Glasses for Cycling Running Baseball Fishing Golf Beach Volleyball Driving](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/314zYavx-2L._SL160_.jpg)
Lamicall Polarized Sports Sunglasses for Men Women, [24g Ultralight] [Adjustable Nose Pad] UV400 Protection Sun Glasses for Cycling Running Baseball Fishing Golf Beach Volleyball Driving
$21.99

Fitgriff® Running Belt for Men & Women - Secure Jogging Pouch for Phone, Keys & Essentials - For All Cell Phones (Black, 24.5" - 35.5" Waist Size)
$15.95

SIMARI Winter Gloves Women Men Ski Snow Gloves Liner Thermal Warm Touch Screen, Suit for Running, Cycling, Biking, Hiking, Driving, Walking, Typing, Freezer Work, Sports, Soccer, Shooting, Gaming 102
$13.99
Train for this race
Run clubs in Barkhamsted, CT host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.