Trail Running calendar near West Rock 2025-2026

Run the Ridge Reaper at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation with 25K, 50K, and 50M courses through technical singletrack and scenic carriage roads. Big climbs, ridge views, and a cupless format so carry your own hydration.

Take on the Interstate 17 Trail Run, a 17 mile looped trail race at State Line Lookout with serious elevation and rugged technical terrain. Rocky scrambles, waterfalls and required loop check ins make this a scenic tough challenge.

Join the Stonington Cross Country 5K in Pawcatuck CT on Wednesday August 12 2026 for a free community race that blends one track loop, quiet campus roads and scenic trails. A children's 1/2 mile for ages 10 and under also finishes on the sc..

Run the Shawangunk Ridge Trail in Rosendale NY on Sep 12, 2026. Choose 70 mile, 30 mile or half marathon routes through rocky ridgelines, waterfalls and cliffs in a self supported backcountry challenge.

Tackle a scenic 5K through Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve, winding past Clark Pond on root and rock strewn trails; hikers welcome. This fourth annual run benefits preserve maintenance and finishes with local pub awards and camaraderie.

Tackle technical single track and big climbs at the Macedonia Trail Race in Kent, Connecticut. Choose 12K, 25K, or 50K loops with Cobble Mountain views and rugged trails for a rewarding, scenic challenge.

Three days of trail racing and community at Wawayanda State Park, with distances from 100 mile to a kids mile. Friday panels and a trail film, free camping, and a partnership with Bigger Than The Trail supporting mental health.

Hit the newly restored Moosup Valley State Park Trail on Sunday, September 27 for scenic 5K, 10K and a kids fun run on all trail terrain. Post race food and gear, leashed dogs welcome, and proceeds support the Rotary Club of Plainfield.

Experience the Iron Hike Fall Series, a four day trail festival in Cornwall, CT from October 1 to 4, 2026, featuring epic ultra distances and relays. Run, hike, or walk timed courses that test endurance and celebrate grit.

Take on a 24 hour trail challenge at Mohawk Mountain with a 28 plus mile course and huge elevation gain that rewards grit and strategy. Run, hike, or walk solo or as a relay with veteran owned IronHike Endurance Productions.

Conquer Mohawk Mountain on scenic but rugged trail courses with 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon options, big climbs and singletrack. Runners earn finisher medals, enjoy aid stations and follow a cupless policy to reduce waste.

Tackle a scenic half marathon loop through five parks in Westchester, starting at the Thomas Paine Cottage and finishing at New Rochelle High School. Mostly wooded trails, rocky roots and abundant wildlife make this a classic trail escape.

Test your legs on rugged singletrack at Harriman State Park with Big Bear SquaTCh South, a half marathon or 10K on Oct 18, 2026 that supports trail maintenance. Limited to 175 runners, this sold out favorite features steep climbs rocky root..

Enjoy a scenic 5 mile trail run through historic Muscoot Farm in Katonah, with fun kids races and farm market perks. Finishers get Farm Bucks to spend at the market, making this a perfect fall family run and local food celebration.

Run or walk the family friendly Never Stop Running Foundation Long Island Turkey Trail Trot, a scenic 5K through Bethpage State Park on November 14, 2026. Enjoy post race refreshments and a festive community atmosphere.

Run 13.1 miles on forest trails at the Storybook Half Marathon in Roosevelt Forest, Stratford CT, completing eight scenic loops of single and doubletrack. Wear a costume, enjoy post race perks, and donate children's books to Books4Everyone.