Run with a Ranger at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP

Run with a Ranger

NPS Photo / Kelly Sczomak

Click here to register. Registration is limited and will close when the maximum participation has been reached.

Calling all intermediate to advanced road and trail runners! Locals and vacationers! For road runners on their umpteenth pair of shoes (and looking to try something new!) or trail runners in town for a weekend getaway...

Join a Park Ranger on a 4.5-mile, 600’ elevation gain trail run through the historic carriage roads and trails of Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park! Learn about the history of the Mt. Tom Forest while exploring the sights and sounds with other runners. 

This event is a “no drop” (no runner left behind) run geared toward intermediate+ runners. Water and bathrooms will be available at the Forest Center before and after the run.

When: 1st & 2nd Saturdays, August-October 2024: 8/3, 8/10, 9/7, 9/14, 10/5, 10/12; 8:00 am - 9:45 am (or earlier, if we're fast!)
Where: Meet at the Forest Center, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, VT. Parking for Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is located at the Billings Farm & Museum. If using a GPS, please enter "69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT 05091". To enter the National Park, take the paved path to the right of the Billings Farm & Museum Visitor Center, walk up and cross the street, and then take the right fork and walk 1/8 mile to reach the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Forest Center.
Cost: Free!
Items to Bring: Sneakers and a water bottle. Bug spray and sun protection are recommended.  
Contact: Rachael Freundlich at [e-mail] or call 802-457-3368 ext. 0. 

Click here to register. Registration is limited and will close when the maximum participation has been reached.

Details

Duration

1-2 Hours

Activity

Hiking

Join a Park Ranger on a 4.5-mile, 600’ elevation gain trail run through the historic carriage roads and trails of Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park! Learn about the history of the Mt. Tom Forest while exploring the sights and sounds with other runners. 

This event is a “no drop” (no runner left behind) run geared toward intermediate+ runners. Water and bathrooms will be available at the Forest Center before and after the run.

Age(s)

For intermediate+ runners. All ages are welcome, but minors must be with an adult parent or guardian. 

Pets Allowed

No

This program is not pet friendly. Service dogs are allowed on all public programs.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Forest Center

Meet at the Forest Center, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, VT. Parking for Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is located at the Billings Farm & Museum. If using a GPS, please enter "69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT 05091". To enter the National Park, take the paved path to the right of the Billings Farm & Museum Visitor Center, walk up and cross the street, and then take the right fork and walk 1/8 mile to reach the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Forest Center.

Reservations

Yes

Click here to register. Registration is limited and will close when the maximum participation has been reached.

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Program begins at 8:00 a.m.

Accessibility Information

Participants must be able to complete a 4.5-mile, 600’ elevation gain trail run. Service animals are allowed on all public programs.