Trail Running calendar near Closter 2026-2027

Step Up for the Brave runs Aug 10–15, 2026 with 90 minute stair climb and walk challenges at Sacred Heart University plus a five day 40,000 step virtual challenge supporting veterans experiencing homelessness.

Two person cross country relay and a *6K* at RVA Fields in Boonton, NJ. Each relay teammate runs one loop while 6K entrants run two loops; pizza and cold beverages are provided and baby strollers and dogs are not allowed.

An evening 3.6 mile trail run through Forest Park in Queens that visits 543 acres of wooded trails with rolling hills. After the run a festival area has music, vendors, food trucks and awards with participant tees provided.

Trail races at Fahnestock State Park near Cold Spring, NY on Aug 15, 2026. Distances include 50K, 25K, and a 5.5-mile option on mixed dirt roads and technical single track with on-course aid and a post-race meal.

An eight mile trail run on a well-groomed unpaved carriage path beside the Ashokan Reservoir in West Hurley, NY, limited to 100 runners with age-group awards and a commemorative item for early registrants.

On August 23, 2026 Raptor Ridge stages a 6.5 mile trail race at Westmoreland Sanctuary in Mount Kisco, New York. The event starts and finishes at the Fox Lane High School campus, dogs are not allowed and non perishable food donations are co..

A 50K in Forest Park, Queens, run on a 2.5 mile loop repeated 12 times with about 300 feet of elevation per loop. Aid stations are provided after each lap and there is an eight hour cutoff for the race.

A USATF-NJ Open and Masters cross country championship over a 5K course at Natirar Park in Peapack Gladstone on August 30, 2026. Registration opens July 1, entry is $40 with a $5 USATF-NJ discount and no day of registration.

Barn B Q Trail Festival on Saturday 9/5/2026 at Masker's Barn pairs a trail run or hike with a five hour barn party featuring BBQ, drinks, music and games. Ticket options cover adults, designated drivers, and children.

Kingwood Ultras is a loop trail event near Frenchtown, NJ where runners use a two mile circuit with a central base camp. Distances range from 10K to 100 miles and timed formats up to 48 hours, with handcrafted wood awards.

An obstacle based 5K at Short Beach in Stratford CT featuring more than 18 obstacles and a family friendly course. Proceeds support the Sterling Community Center including the food pantry and youth programs.

A trail event along the 70-mile Shawangunk Ridge near Rosendale, NY, offering 70-mile, 30-mile, and half-marathon routes across varied terrain. The course is minimally supported and uses shuttles with Rosendale-only parking.

City Challenge Race returns to Jersey City on September 12, 2026 with a fast 3-mile urban obstacle course featuring 20+ city-style obstacles, new finisher medals, professional chip timing, awards and free race photos.

Experience a diverse trail race at South Mountain Reservation featuring fire roads and single track trails. Choose from multiple distances ranging from a 5K to 50 miles with aid stations every three miles.

Experience the rugged beauty of northwest Connecticut at Macedonia Brook State Park. Featuring single track trails and views of the Catskill Mountains, this event offers 12K, 25K, and 50K distances for trail runners.

Blue Ridge Winery Wine Run 5k in Saylorsburg PA on September 13, 2026 features a two lap course around Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery with chip timing by J3 Timing. Entry includes a shirt, collapsible wine glass, medal and a pour of..

The Corporate Fun Run Pier 84 Manhattan will take place in New York on Monday 14 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A timed trail festival in Pawling, New York offering 24 hour, 12 hour day and night, 6 hour and 3 hour races on a short mixed surface loop with aid stations, crew areas, finisher medals, and distance based awards.

A multi-day trail festival in Ringwood New Jersey, mid-September 2026, offering races from a one mile kids event to a 100 mile race with a 36 hour cutoff, free camping, community programming, and nonprofit partnerships.

A loop-based trail event in Upper Nyack with 50 mile and 27 mile options, significant elevation, three aid stations, and a 14 hour cutoff. Parking and nearby overnight accommodations are coordinated with a local retreat center.