Rhode Island · 8 Mile · 4 Mile

Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run

Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run is a 8 Mile and 4 Mile event held in Charlestown, Rhode Island. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, November 15, 2026. About 800 runners take part across all distances.

Race day
November 15, 2026
Location
Charlestown, RI
Field size
~800 runners

Race details

Date
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Distances
8 Mile, 4 Mile
Field size
About 800 runners
Course
Hilly singletrack trail
Registration
runsignup.com

Registration, course & weather

Registration status
Open
Start time
10:00 AM EST
Course profile — 8 Mile
Loop course; Trail surface; Not USATF certified
Course profile — 4 Mile
Loop course; Mostly trail, some road; Not USATF certified

About the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run

Rhode Island's signature November trail race in Charlestown's Burlingame area, offering 4- and 8-mile routes over wooded singletrack.

Rankings and notes

Rankings and awards
Billed as the oldest and best trail race in Rhode Island; held annually since the early 1990s

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Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run: common questions

When is the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run?
The next confirmed date is Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Where is the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run held?
In Charlestown, Rhode Island.
What distances does the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run offer?
8 Mile and 4 Mile.
How many people run the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run?
About 800 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
How do I register for the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run?
Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
Is registration open for the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run?
Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $30 (from westerlytrackclub.org, checked October 5, 2026).
What time does the Li'l Rhody Runaround Trail Run start?
10:00 AM EST.