Jackson 5k Turkey Trot
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Jackson Turkey Trot & Kid Fun Run
The Jackson Turkey Trot & Kid Fun Run is scheduled for Thursday, November 26, 2026, in Jackson, New Hampshire. The main event is a trail 5k that uses sections of the Jackson Nordic Trails and the Eagle Mountain House golf course. The kids event is a 1k Fun Run for children 10 years old and under.
Staging is on the Eagle Mountain House lower fields. The 5k start line is at Jackson Falls Bridge. The course includes named segments such as The John, The Henry, and The Wave. A pre-registration table will provide bib pickup and there will be a day-of registration table.
Awards are given to the top three finishers in Men, Women, Masters, and a Junior division for age 12 and under. The event lists Jackson Grammar School and the Girls on the Run youth program as beneficiaries.
Practical notes from the organizer state that parking at Eagle Mountain House is limited and carpooling is encouraged. Participants are welcome to bring snacks for the finish area. Entry fees are noted as free for children 10 and under and twenty-five US dollars for the 5k, with a higher day-of fee listed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
