Tower Tag Challenge
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Event overview
The Tower Tag Challenge is scheduled for December 6, 2025 at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, Connecticut (200 Mt Carmel Ave). The event offers two time-limited options, an 8-hour and a 4-hour format, in which participants complete as many out-and-back laps as they can. Only fully completed laps count toward a runner’s total. A portion of proceeds will go to the Sleeping Giant Park Association. The event has a no-refund, no-transfer policy for race entries.
Course and race logistics
The course uses the Tower Trail and a short paved section at the start and end of each loop. The Tower Trail is a mostly smooth carriage road that climbs about 600'+ in 1.5 miles to the Observation Tower. Each out-and-back attempt starts at the pavilion, follows a winding crushed-gravel path up to the tower, passes counter-clockwise around the tower, and returns the same way. Each lap is about 3.3 miles.
Aid at the start/finish will include water, electrolyte drink, and simple food items. The event is cupless - runners must carry their own bottle, pack, or cup. Port-a-johns will be available near the start/finish. Course marking and a .gpx file are suggested for navigation. Race rules include no littering, mandatory course following, non-transferable bibs, and a recommendation to avoid personal music devices for safety. Finisher medals, sponsor swag, and overall top-three awards for male and female categories will be provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
