Trail Running calendar near Basking Ridge 2025-2026

Run the scenic Pocantico Hills Marathon or Half Marathon on Nov 8 2025 in Sleepy Hollow NY, a loop through Rockefeller State Park Preserve with rolling hills and Hudson views. Proceeds support local park and trail groups.

Join the 45th Annual Veterans Cross Country 4K at the VA Medical Center golf course on November 8, 2025. Scenic grass course, a free half kilometer fun walk, awards and snacks with proceeds supporting hospitalized and homeless veterans.

Run a scenic 10K up Mt Beacon to the firetower and back on rugged Hudson Highlands trails with steep climbs and autumn views. Part of the Beacon Bonfire festival, the race ends with refreshments, a shirt and festival perks.

Celebrate Veterans Day with a scenic 5K at Tyler State Park in Richboro and help fund scholarships for American veterans. Choose the 3.1 mile race, a 1 mile fun run, or a virtual option for all abilities.

Take on the Raven Rocks 10k trail race at Ward Pound Ridge, starting in the meadow and climbing to Raven Rocks Overlook and the Fire Tower Summit. Enjoy rugged woods, a rewarding downhill finish, and support for Friends of Trailside Museum.

Join Taconic Road Runners for a relaxed 6K through FDR Park on November 9, 2025, now held as a club fun run and meeting. Enjoy soft trails, commemorative running gloves and hot drinks by the warming fire while you meet fellow runners.

USATF Long Island hosts an 8K cross country championship at Bethpage State Park on Nov 9, 2025 for adults 18 and over. Competitive team and individual racing with medals and live results make for a great fall race.

Join Forbidden Run Fest on Nov 9, 2025 in Wissahickon Valley Park for scenic trail and gravel miles along the iconic Forbidden Drive. Three distance options, finisher swag and chip timing make it a must for trail lovers.

Join a 24 hour vigil run at Kean University honoring those who served while keeping someone on the track for the full day. Proceeds support Mission 22 and its veteran wellness programs.

Take on the treacherous six mile trail at Cheesequake State Park in the 45th annual HASHATHON on November 9, 2025. Support local EMS charities and celebrate afterward with pizza, beer, raffles and prizes.

Join the Red, White and Run 5K trail run and walk at Veteran's Memorial Park in Lackawaxen on November 15, 2025. All paces welcome with day of registration and awards for top finishers across age groups.

Run or walk a scenic 5K at Bethpage State Park for the Never Stop Running Foundation Turkey Trail Trot, with a free Kiddie Dash and virtual option. Join November 15, 2025 to support the foundation and enjoy post race treats.

Run Staten Island's scenic singletrack at NYC Trail Mix on Nov 15 2025, weaving through Blood Root Valley, High Rock and La Tourette. Choose 50M, 50K or half marathon distances and support the Greenbelt Conservancy.

Hit the trails at South Mountain Reservation in South Orange on November 15, 2025 for NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 1. Choose from 5K, 10K or 13.1M looped routes featuring fire roads, single track and rolling hills.

Join the 8th annual Bill Bruno Alumni Cross Country Run at Holmdel Park on November 15, 2025 for community 5K and 3K races. Expect team and individual competition, chip timing, and a commemorative mug for the first 150 entrants.

Hit the trails at the Red, White and Run 5K in Lackawaxen's Veteran's Memorial Park on November 15, 2025. Enjoy a scenic trail run or walk, friendly competition, and awards for top finishers across age groups.

Chase a fast PR at the Last Chance XC Championships in Oak Ridge Park, Clark NJ on November 16. The USATF New Jersey 8k championship runs on a double loop pancake flat course, with personalized bibs, oversized medals and free action photos.

Run scenic, hilly single track at the Tarrywile Half Marathon on November 16, 2025 in Danbury CT with 10K, half marathon and marathon options. Rugged terrain, aid stations and finisher medals make for a rewarding trail day.

Rugged Indy 2025 in Spring City PA offers looped trail races on the scenic Indy Trail. Choose 2, 4 or 8 mile runs or tackle new 6 hour and 3 hour timed events with aid stations, music, vendors and awards.

Join the Old Bridge Sayreville Rotary Club for a 5K trail run and walk on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Sayreville Sports Complex to support veterans housing. Rain or shine event with dog tags for all and shirts for preregistered runners.