Tunxis Trail Ultramarathon
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Tunxis Trail Races, Burlington CT
The Tunxis Trail Races take place on September 26, 2026 in Burlington, Connecticut. The Burlington Land Trust organizes the event as a fundraiser. The races are part of the Blue Blazed Trail Running Series and run on the Tunxis Trail, which is included in the Blue Blazed hiking trail system managed by the Connecticut Forest and Parks Association.
Distances offered:
- 8K (5 miles)
- 5K (3.1 miles)
Courses mix trail types including double track, single track, half track, and off track sections, with a short bit of road. Portions of the trails may contain prickly vegetation where recent brush clearing has not occurred. The routes pass several local trail landmarks, including the CT State Trout Hatchery, Nassahegan State Forest, and Devil’s Kitchen.
The event description notes a change in format for the fall races to focus on these shorter distances. The listing identifies Burlington, CT as the event location and indicates the races are organized within the Tunxis Trail system. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
