Trail Running calendar near Cooperstown 2026-2027

YMCA Race Weekend in Syracuse features triathlon, duathlon, relay, aquabike, aqua run and an 8K trail race on June 13-14, 2026. The volunteer-run event raises funds for YMCA programs such as Safety Around Water and Power Scholars Academy.

A looped Last One Standing race at Clark Reservation State Park in Jamesville, NY. Short laps and descending cutoff times continue until one runner remains, with awards for the last finisher in each gender division.

A 53-mile Catskills ultramarathon with about 15,000 feet of climb, technical trail sections, nine aid stations and a 23-hour cutoff. The point-to-point route starts near Windham and finishes in downtown Phoenicia.

Operation WOODSTOCK on June 20, 2026 in Elka Park, NY is a 14.5 mile load bearing event with 5,210 ft elevation gain and a 20 lb dry pack. Entry is listed at $105 plus $7.35 tax.

A looped trail event at Lawson Lake Park on June 20, 2026, offering 2.5M, 5M and a one hour format. Entry includes a shirt and post race food; individual and team awards recognize top finishers and most laps completed.

Family friendly, self timed fun run and walk at Tap Root Fields on June 20, 2026. Mapped loops wind through fields and wood chipped trails with picnic seating and strawberry refreshments.

A five‑race 5K trail series at Camp Saratoga across summer Mondays, capped at 375 entries for the series. Individual races or a full series package are available and proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.

An 8.6 mile trail run at Minnewaska State Park Preserve on June 24 with chip timing and commemorative towels for finishers. Entry is limited to 250 runners and parking carries a 10 USD per car fee.

An obstacle course backyard ultra where athletes run an approximately 3 miles loop every hour until one remains. Solo and relay formats are available, with a 50 mile solo option and team relays for groups of three to six.

A 5K obstacle mud run in Albany on July 12, 2026 at Harley Rendezvous Classic Inc. The event offers standard and VIP ticket options with race items, rinse stations, and photos, and donates to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

A 55K self-supported trail ultramarathon in New York's Adirondack Park along the Northville Placid Trail. Technical terrain with about 3,300 feet of gain; registration requires a qualifying race and includes a shirt and two meals.

Part of the Shawangunk Runners summer series since 1974, the Blueberry Run in Kerhonkson features a 4.1 mile loop around Lake Minnewaska plus shorter kids races, with parking at Minnewaska State Park and no registration fee.

Trail races in Kennedy State Forest near Virgil, NY offering 15K and 7K courses on marked single track, logging and dirt roads with stream crossings, significant climbs, and nearby primitive camping at Hauck Hill.

A 30 km singletrack mountain race in the Catskills on July 26, 2026 with about 4,800 ft of climb and a six hour cut off. The remote route has limited aid, wave starts, and entry requires qualifying standards.

Experience a loop based trail race at the Newbsanity Adventure Center featuring creek crossings and swamps. Choose between 5K, 15K, or 50K distances with an optional rucking class for those seeking a weighted challenge.

A five mile trail race on the Gurney Lane Trails in Queensbury, NY featuring single track terrain, chip timed results, age group awards, a post race celebration and proceeds benefiting the Under the Woods Foundation.

A charity trail event at Trenton Fish and Game Club supporting autism awareness, featuring a 5 Miles trail run, a 5 Miles walk and a supervised 1K kids fun run. Proceeds benefit local organizations including Kelberman.

An evening trail race at Fillmore Glen State Park offering 3 mile and 8 mile courses that run along gorge rims, cross the creek, and include many stairs; the course is marked with water stops and finishes with a post-race pizza party.

Experience a rolling cross country run through the forests and meadows of the Landis Arboretum. This sanctioned 5K race offers views of the Schoharie Valley and access to scenic trails and gardens.

A day of timed endurance challenges on a wooded 2.62 mile loop at Tilden Hill Farm in Verona NY. Events finish with an optional pond plunge and a post event celebration with medals and awards.