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Date:
Sun, Jun 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Location:
6 Shore Drive
Franklin County, Massachusetts
United States
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Fun Run Gravel Hill Climb Road Run

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This scenic 4.8 mile road race and walk start at the Lake Wyola Association Hall on Shore Drive and runs counter clockwise around the lake on mostly tree-canopied country roads. The first half of the course is paved with a challenging uphill climb. The second half is dirt roads with a small bit of pavement at the finish line and is mostly downhill with a flat finish.

The fun run, a 1.5-mile run and walk, is an out-and-back course along Lakeview Road and Wendell Road with a short climb about a half mile in. The course starts and ends on pavement with about a mile on dirt/gravel road.

Comments on the Race:

"Probably the best road race under five miles I have ever seen.” John Stifler, running columnist, Daily Hampshire Gazette

Bring the family to enjoy a day at the beautiful beach and picnic area at Lake Wyola State Park.

Free post-race refreshments for all runners and walkers.

Start Times:

Walk 9:30am

Run 10am

Fun Run 10:10am

Race Day Registration:

On site reg will be available starting at 8:30am on race morning.

Event Questions:

Please email Maura at [email protected] with event questions.

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