TARC Winter Classic
December 5th 2026
Stoneham, MA
32 Miles |
40 Miles
The DCR Middlesex Fells Reservation Skyline Trail provides participants with an epic outing of roots, rocks, and elevation. In addition to constant climbs and descents throughout the course, runners can expect your classic New England path through the woods with East Coast technicality and scenic views of the Boston skyline (if you dare to look up from the rocks under your feet)!
The Trail Animals Running Club aims to act as community stewards by providing equitable access to trail running and promoting positive trail running culture, and all event profits are donated back to conservation and community based nonprofits. Join TARC's free group runs and low cost races from 5K to 100+ miles, and come get your feet dirty!
Upcoming Races
Dec 5 2026
32 Miles
5,600
5,600
ft.
Multiple Loop
4
Elevation Rating
Very hilly, ~7500-12,500 feet in 50 miles
3
Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Dec 5 2026
40 Miles
7,000
7,000
ft.
Multiple Loop
4
Elevation Rating
Very hilly, ~7500-12,500 feet in 50 miles
3
Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Results
40 Miles
| Date | Finishers | Top Result (F) | Top Result (M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/25 | 9 | 9:07:58 | 6:31:34 |
| 12/03/22 | 10 | 8:13:48 | 7:12:05 |
| 12/04/21 | 13 | 7:22:38 | 7:10:10 |
| 12/05/20 | Race Cancelled | ||
| 12/07/19 | 17 | 8:40:13 | 7:05:57 |
| 12/01/18 | 19 | 7:11:54 | 5:29:48 |
| 12/02/17 | 16 | 7:46:14 | 6:21:58 |
| 12/03/16 | 15 | 7:39:20 | 6:23:03 |
| 12/05/15 | 17 | 7:22:37 | 6:48:20 |
| 12/06/14 | 13 | 7:42:45 | 7:42:31 |
| 12/07/13 | 12 | 6:45:00 | |
| 12/01/12 | 5 | 8:02:05 | 7:17:20 |
| 12/03/11 | 7 | 5:57:00 | |
32 Miles
| Date | Finishers | Top Result (F) | Top Result (M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/25 | 40 | 5:40:48 | 4:47:29 |
| 12/07/24 | 68 | 5:36:00 | 4:50:00 |
| 12/02/23 | 50 | 6:01:48 | 4:51:50 |
| 12/03/22 | 57 | 6:10:29 | 5:21:29 |
| 12/04/21 | 55 | 6:19:57 | 5:24:55 |
| 12/05/20 | Race Cancelled | ||
| 12/07/19 | 53 | 6:11:59 | 5:33:21 |
| 12/01/18 | 75 | 5:50:20 | 4:09:53 |
| 12/02/17 | 66 | 6:38:51 | 5:10:43 |
| 12/03/16 | 59 | 6:27:23 | 5:26:28 |
| 12/05/15 | 59 | 6:22:29 | 4:43:52 |
| 12/07/13 | 18 | 7:39:00 | 6:09:00 |
| 12/01/12 | 8 | 7:40:30 | 6:41:03 |
| 12/03/11 | 13 | 8:42:00 | 5:42:00 |
50 KM
| Date | Finishers | Top Result (F) | Top Result (M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/14 | 37 | 7:20:05 | 5:24:15 |
24 Miles
| Date | Finishers | Top Result (F) | Top Result (M) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/11 | 3 | 5:22:00 | 5:14:00 |