WOMP ROMP

The Womp Romp is a charity run that takes place late October in Wompatuck State Park. There is a 10 mile option as well as a 50K option. Each year the event sells out - so sign up early!

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About Womp Romp

Get ready to hit the trails!

Whether you conquer the classic 10-mile loop or accept the challenge of the 50k with its three dynamic loops, you're in for a treat. The course through Wompatuck State Park is a scenic blend of pavement, rail trails, and varied tracks, perfect for first-timers and seasoned runners seeking to push their limits. With three fully-stocked aid stations and a welcoming atmosphere for all – walkers, hikers, and runners alike – gear up for an adventure where every pace is celebrated.

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FAQ from 2023 - Will Be Updated for 2024 Soon

From the Womp Romp registration page:

When is the race?

Saturday October 26 at 50K at 8:00 AM, 10 Mile at 8:20 AM

What is the course?

The 10 mile is one loop, the 50k is three loops plus a mile

What should I bring?

Besides the obvious like sneakers and clothes, please bring something to carry fluid: this is a cupless race so a hand-held or collapsible cup. If you could bring some food to share, that would be awesome too.

Can I leave a drop bag?

For those running the 50k you will pass the start area to begin loops 2 and 3 (miles 10.5, 21), so you can retrieve items from your bag, car, tent whatever you want.

Can I set up a tent?

Yes

Can I build a campfire?

When is packet pick up?

Friday October 20 4pm-7pm visitors center Wompatuck State Park; Saturday starting 7:00 AM at race site

How do I get there?

Set your GPS to Wompatuck State Park Vistor Center and continue on for two miles to signs that tell you to turn right for the Womp Romp and then follow signs another mile to South Field.

Can I park at the Vistor’s Center?

Sure, but you will have a three-mile hike to the start, so leave plenty of time.

How long does it take to get from the Visitor’s Center to South Field?

15 minutes DRIVING, One hour walking.

What’s the cutoff??

9 Hours (5 PM) you can do this! 50k runners must leave for their final loop by 2pm!!

Where does all the money you collect go?

Race fees are used to buy or rent things to put on the race, those lovely blue porta-potties are not cheap. No one involved in the race is paid in any way, everyone from Race Directors to the people handing you water are 100% volunteers. Any extra money is given to our charity partners.

Who are your charity partners?

This year we welcome back Friends of Wompatuck who help keep the trails you run the race on in great shape. We have also added Free to Run, which helps girls and women engage in outdoor activity in conflict-affected regions.

Will there be mud??

Yes

Is the trail paved?

2 miles per loop paved (each loop is 10ish miles)

Will the trail be marked?

Yes we have purchased 300 pink flags to be put in the ground plus a few hundred more arrows. We will make it very hard for you to get lost. If you try really really hard, you will be able to get lost, but if you can follow arrows and pink flags you should be fine.

You mentioned porta-potties?

We will have the typical beautiful blue porta-potties at the start and there are bathrooms at the visitor’s center at mile 6. For those doing the 50k, you will return to the start to begin loops 2 and 3. You will pass the visitor's center at miles (6, 16.5, 27)

Where are the aid stations?

At the start finish area (bathrooms); mile 3.141592 (no bathroom) and mile 6 (bathrooms). For those doing the 50k, you are doing three loops so you will pass all the same aid stations each loop, we promise not to move them.

What will be at the aid stations?

Water, Gnarly tropical drink (Vegan and Caffeine free), Halloween candy, mini cliff bars, and some random flavors of GU. Plus whatever you guys bring.

What will not be at the aid stations? Cups?

It’s a thing trail race people do to avoid having thousands of cups strewn around the park.