Trail Running calendar near Cooperstown 2026-2027

A flat, non technical trail 5K at Schodack Island State Park on June 7, 2026, with kids races, post race music and a BBQ. Entry fees rise by registration period and kids races cost five dollars each.

Experience a variety of multi sport events at Green Lakes State Park. Choose from a triathlon, duathlon, or an 8K trail race held throughout a weekend of competition in Central New York.

A Last One Standing trail race at Clark Reservation State Park on short looped courses. Runners complete timed laps with shrinking cutoffs until the last man and last woman remain.

A 53 mile ultramarathon across the Catskills with 15,000 feet of elevation, technical terrain, nine aid stations and a 23 hour limit. The course runs from Windham to downtown Phoenicia and emphasizes self sufficiency without pacers.

Test your endurance at Elka Park with this 14.5 mile weighted event. Participants navigate over 5,000 feet of elevation gain while carrying a 20 pound pack through the New York landscape.

A loop trail run at Lawson Lake Park on June 20, 2026, featuring a 1.25 mile course with lake and creek views. Options include 2.5M, 5M, a one-hour format, and team entries; awards and a meal ticket are included.

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 Last Man Standing event in Binghamton on June 27–28, 2026 where athletes run roughly 3 mile loops each hour until one remains. Relay teams of 3 to 6 complete either 12 or 24 hours as a team.

Muddy Princess Albany is a 5 km obstacle mud run for women held at Harley Rendezvous Classic Inc. Join this non competitive event focused on unity and empowerment while supporting the fight against breast cancer.

A remote *55K* ultramarathon on the Northville Placid Trail in Adirondack Park, featuring technical terrain, about 3300 feet of gain, self-supported running, a required validation race, and registration that includes a shirt and two meals.

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.

This trail run and walk supports autism awareness, with all proceeds going to charity. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5-mile loop through the woods of the Trenton Fish and Game Club. The event includes a free kids run and is timed by the U..

A trail race at Fillmore Glen State Park with 3-mile and 8-mile courses through wooded rims, gorge crossings, stairs, and marked water stops. Online registration is required and awards are given by overall and age-group categories.

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 mountain trail event at Belleayre Resort on August 16, 2026 with a demanding 25K and an 8K on ski slopes. The event runs as zero carbon and raises funds for The Catskill Center.

Test your endurance at this unique trail race in Tully where the coin toss determines your path. Complete as many loops as possible in three hours while alternating directions to stay on your toes.

This 4-mile trail run in Schenectady Central Park uses a flexible time trial format. All proceeds support addiction recovery services, honoring a personal legacy. A pre race stretching session is included.

Trail ultramarathon at Green Lakes State Park near Fayetteville, NY offering 100K, 50K, 25K and a 12 hour timed race on runnable, looped trails with stocked aid stations, course markings, race-day awards and participant shirts.