Trot in the Trees 5k Trail Race and Fun Run

Trot in the Trees 5K Trail Race and Fun Run

Registration is Now Open!! The Oyster River Youth Association, Durham Parks & Recreation and Madbury Recreation Commission have teamed up again for the 6th Trot in the Trees 5K Trail Race and 1 mile Fun Run. The race will be held on Sunday Oct. 4th, 2026 at 9:30 A.M. (1 mile fun run) with the 5k trail race starting at 10:00 A.M. at Tibbetts Field in Madbury, NH.

Race Details

• Date: 2026-10-04
• Location: 25 Lee Rd, Madbury, NH
• Trail Experience: The trail will wind through local trails surrounding Tibbetts Field, including a 2-mile loop through Powder Major Forest.
• Terrain: Runners will have to negotiate natural terrain, roots, mud, plenty of fall leaves and the “hay-bale hurdle” to finish the race!

Fun Run

• Course: The 1-mile Fun Run course will test our younger participants giving them a real trail running experience.
• Time: Starts at 9:30 A.M. on race day.
• Participant Age: Open to younger participants.
• Experience: A real trail running experience for youth.

Community Support

• Proceeds: A portion of the race proceeds will go towards youth recreation scholarships for Oyster River community members.
• Assistance: For those looking for assistance with Oyster River Youth Association and Durham Parks & Recreation program registration fees.

Registration Information

• Pre-registration: You can pre-register for the race.
• In-person Registration: Register in-person between 9:00-9:45am the morning of the race.
• Race Shirts: Available to all 5K registrants who sign up by 9/6/26.
• Join Us: We look forward to seeing you on the course!!

Contact Information

Thank you!

Rachel Gasowski
Park & Recreation Director
Town of Durham
Phone: (603) 817-4074
Website: durhamrec.recdesk.com
Follow us on Facebook: “Durham Rec”

Race URL

For more details, visit: Trot in the Trees 5K Race and Fun Run