Trail Running calendar near Belmont 2025-2026

Take on the Dirt Cheap Stage Race, a three day trail series at Mendon Ponds Park Nov 7 to 9, 2025. Pick one, two or all three stages from a short time trial to an 11 mile epic and enjoy post race food and finisher swag.

Take on technical, rocky singletrack and steep climbs at the Tiadaghton Trail Challenge in Waterville PA on Nov 9, 2025, with half marathon and 10K options. Enjoy forest vistas, streams and waterfalls while supporting a local scholarship fu..

Test your endurance on the Manchester Gateway Trail by completing as many 2.3 mile out and back laps as you can in six hours. Entry helps fund the local dog park and well behaved leashed dogs are welcome.

Run or walk the Batavia Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day and support Crossroads House. Family and stroller friendly with costume prizes, hot drinks and snacks after the race.

Join the Gratitude Run on Nov 27 and 28, 2025 in Rush NY for family friendly 5K, 1 mile, kids dash and virtual options with proceeds supporting the Sunshine Camp. Chip timing, long sleeve shirts and post race food on scenic trails.

Tackle rugged trails and steep climbs at the 0 Degree Winter Trail Festival in Pittsford, NY, a fundraiser supporting local trail projects. Choose 5, 10 or 15 mile routes for a cold season trail challenge with grit and scenic views.

Start the season with Frozen Assets, a scenic 10k winter trail loop at Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area that often runs through snow. Carry your own water and enjoy warm cider at the finish.

Mrs. McCormick's Ice House is a winter trail race on Jan 17, 2026 featuring a scenic, roughly 4 mile loop you can repeat for longer distances. Expect snowy trails and post race pancakes, hot drinks and awards at cozy Wilson Lodge.

Run Devil's Shadow Winter Trail Races at Mendon Ponds Park on January 31 2026 with 50k 25k and 5 mile loops around the Devil's Bathtub. Hopkins Point Lodge provides a warm aid station and post race treats while Common Ground Series swag awa..

Run a festive 5K through vineyards and orchards at Three Brothers Spiked Apple in Geneva. Enjoy cider, a cider donut, a finisher medal and free finish line photos in a family friendly event open to all ages.

Join the ROCovery OMAAT 24 hour Run Walk Challenge in Fairport, NY April 18 to 19, 2026. Circle a one mile loop as often as you like during the 24 hour window, with a stocked aid station and flexible arrival and departure.

Climb rugged single track through streams and sweeping vistas at the Hyner View Trail Challenge, featuring a punchy 25K and a gutsy 50K with big vertical and technical terrain. Fields are limited, registration opens in May.

Medved Madness Trail Races at Mendon Ponds Park offer long and short courses plus a Kids K on scenic spring trails. Participants receive a gender specific tech shirt and are invited to a lively barbecue to celebrate the day.

Take on the rugged Sehgahunda Trail Marathon and relays at Letchworth State Park on May 16 with the Vale of Three Falls races on May 17. Expect technical singletrack, big climbs, handmade finisher medals and a true trail weekend.

Run the Vale of Three Falls at Letchworth State Park on May 17, 2026 with 5K, 10K or 15K routes that follow a scenic service road overlooking the Genesee River. Expect rugged terrain, big hills and post race refreshments.

The Mills Miles - May 23, 2026 The Mills Miles is a Last Runner Standing format race held at Powder Mills Park in Pittsford, NY, with Race HQ at Powder Horn Lodge. The event uses a one-mile trail loop. Each loop is a mass start with a prede..

Cayuga Trails in Ithaca NY on May 30 threads epic singletrack through gorges, waterfalls and historic stone stairs with big climbs. Pick a 50 mile or 50K route and enjoy stocked aid stations, drop bag support, local post race food and a fin..

Tackle scenic singletrack in Robert H Treman State Park at Lucifer's Crossing. Choose 5K, 10K or a half marathon with a rolling rim trail climb, gorge descents and historic stone staircase for challenging, unforgettable views.

Explore rugged single track through Tiadaghton State Forest at the 8th annual Slate Run Trail Race, offering 25K and Half Marathon routes with streams and big views. Limited field of 250 so register early.

Take on Many On The Genny, a 45 mile trail ultra through Letchworth State Park's gorge with long climbs, footbridges and sweeping views. Solo, relay and women's only entries available; registration opens Jan 1, 2026.