Trail Running Calendar New York 2025-2026

The Sehgahunda Trail Marathon, Marathon Relay, and Vale of Three Falls is a running event taking place at Letchworth State Park in Portageville, NY, from May 17 to May 18, 2025. Participants can choose from various events, including a 26.3-mile trail marathon, 2-person and 4-person relay teams, and..

The Sand to Serengeti is a trail running event held at Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville, NY. It features two race distances: a challenging 10-mile trail run and a shorter 3-mile trail run. The 10-mile course starts at the sandy beach, winds around Round Lake, ascends to an area known as the Se..

Winona Forest's Chase The Day Trail Ultra is a 24-hour trail running event held at Winona Forest CCC Camp in Mannsville, NY. Participants run a smooth, well-maintained 2.6-mile loop with no technical terrain or significant elevation changes. The event welcomes runners of all abilities, offering both..

The Spring Run The Farm event, scheduled for May 18, 2025, in Katonah, NY, features a 5-mile trail race and two kids' races. The main event is open to participants aged 6 and older, while the kids' races cater to ages 7-12 and 6 and under. The race takes place at Muscoot Farm, showcasing the area's..

The Nassau Suffolk Trail Marathon & 15 Miler is a premier running event taking place in Farmingdale, NY, on May 18, 2025. This event features two main races: a full marathon and a 15-mile trail run, both set in the scenic Bethpage State Park. Participants will enjoy a well-marked course that include..

The Vale of Three Falls event offers 5K, 10K, and 15K races held at Letchworth State Park on May 18, 2025. The courses are scenic out-and-back routes along gravel and hilly terrain, featuring stunning views of the Genesee River and the park’s historic landscape. Runners can enjoy post-race food, eve..

The Loop the Lemur event at the Ross Park Zoo is a unique running experience scheduled for May 18, 2025. Participants can choose from various timed events, including a 6-hour, 2-hour, and 1-hour loop, as well as a family-friendly Fun Run. The course is a .8-mile loop within the zoo, where runners ca..

The NSRF Long Island Lemonade Trail 5K is a vibrant running event taking place at Blydenburgh County Park on May 24, 2025. This trail run offers participants a refreshing experience with a mix of pavement, dirt roads, and hard-packed trails. The event includes a free Kiddie Dash and features post-ra..

The Highland Forest 1-2-3 Trail Run, taking place on May 24, 2025, in Fabius, NY, offers a unique trail running experience with three race options: 10 miles, 20 miles, and a 50K (31 miles). This event emphasizes a minimalistic approach, featuring a challenging course with limited aid stations but re..

The Forest Park Runners Classic 4 Mile Road and Trail Race is set to take place on May 25, 2025, at Victory Field Track in Woodhaven, NY. This event features a scenic 4-mile out-and-back course through the beautiful trails and roads of Forest Park. Participants can expect custom technical T-shirts a..

The Mendon Mauler Trail Run is a challenging off-road event held at Mendon Ponds Park in Honeoye Falls, NY. Scheduled for May 30, 2025, it offers two race distances: a 4-mile loop and an 8-mile race consisting of two loops. The course features scenic trails with diverse flora and approximately 350 f..

Cayuga Trails is a scenic ultramarathon held annually in Ithaca, NY, at Robert Treman State Park. The event features two challenging distances: a 50-mile race with approximately 10,203 feet of elevation gain and a 50K covering about 31.6 miles with 6,882 feet of elevation gain. The course is predomi..

The Peach Hill "Run For the Hill of It" 5K is a cross-country running and walking event taking place at Peach Hill Park in Poughkeepsie, NY. Participants will traverse scenic trails, reaching the highest point in the town for stunning views. Open to all ages, the event encourages both runners and wa..

Lucifer’s Crossing is a scenic trail running event held at Old Y Camp in Robert Treman State Park, Ithaca, NY, on June 1, 2025. It offers three race distances: a half marathon (13.2 miles), a 10K (~6.66 miles), and a 5K (~3.3 miles). The course features a challenging ascent on the Rim Trail, a desce..

The Plattekill Mountain Race, scheduled for June 1, 2025, in Roxbury, NY, features a challenging mountain course and a shorter 5k option. The main race covers 6.5 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain, traversing ski slopes and trails, making it ideal for experienced runners seeking a tough mounta..

The Death by Staircase Trail Running Festival is a unique running event set to take place in Moreau, NY, featuring a challenging 3.8-mile loop that includes the notorious "staircase of death," which ascends over 800 feet in less than a mile. Participants can choose to run solo or join a relay team,..

The Frost Town Trail Fest, held on June 7, 2025, at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center in Naples, NY, offers challenging trail running events to celebrate the area's natural beauty and environmental mission. Participants can choose between a 25k or 10k race, with the 25k featuring rugged terrain, steep..

The Sri Chinmoy 24-Hour, 12-Hour, and Midnight Marathon is a scenic ultramarathon event held at Rockland Lake State Park near New York City. Participants can choose between a 24-hour race, a 12-hour race, or a midnight marathon, all taking place on a flat, fast 2.95-mile paved loop around the lake...

The Beer Mountain Challenge at Upward Brewing Company in Livingston Manor, NY, is a trail running event set on a 120-acre mountain property in the Catskills. Participants can choose between a 2-mile loop with 515 feet of elevation gain or a 4-mile course consisting of two loops totaling 1,030 feet o..

The Table Rock Trail Challenge is an annual Last One Standing trail race held at Clark Reservation State Park in Jamesville, NY. The event features looped courses ranging from about 1.2 to 1.3 miles, traversing diverse terrain including crushed gravel, slick limestone "table rock" formations, dirt t..