Connecticut · 5K
Run for The Hills
Run for The Hills is a 5K event held in Niantic, Connecticut. It was last held on September 5, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Niantic, CT
Race details
- Last held
- September 5, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Niantic, Connecticut
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- oswhills.org
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 9:00 AM EDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Trail surface
About the Run for The Hills
Join in the 5th Annual Run for the Hills 5K event at the Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve in Niantic, CT. Come for an amazing trail run by Clark Pond and through beautiful scenery around the perimeter of the preserve. Proceeds from the race will go directly to maintaining this special place of quiet beauty for future generations to enjoy! Not a runner? Hikers are also welcome to participate and enjoy the trails as well. This year, the awards ceremony will take place after the race at the natur…
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Run for The Hills: common questions
- When is the Run for The Hills?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Run for The Hills held?
- In Niantic, Connecticut.
- What distances does the Run for The Hills offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Run for The Hills?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Run for The Hills?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 20, 2026).
- What time does the Run for The Hills start?
- 9:00 AM EDT.
- What is the course like at the Run for The Hills?
- Loop course; Trail surface.
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