Trail Running calendar near Elka Park 2026-2027

Run a unique quarter marathon distance on the paved trails of West Hartford Reservoir. This chip timed 6.55 mile race features a two loop course with post race treats and age group awards.

A USATF certified point to point half marathon in Albany featuring a mostly downhill paved route along the Helderberg Hudson Rail Trail, six aid stations, live tracking every 5K, bus service to the start and a finisher medal.

Experience a community trail event in Cross River featuring a competitive 5k race, a scenic 4k walk, and a 200m kids dash. Explore the wooded hills of the John Jay Community Trail ending at the campus contest field.

Experience a beautiful trail run through the Irvington Woods with 5K and 1K distances. This rain or shine community event features finishers medals for all participants and supports the Irvington Bulldog Booster Club.

Trail loop event at Penwood State Park with 17K and 50K options on rocky single track and forest roads. The 50K uses three loops on much of the Metacomet Trail and carries a nine hour cutoff.

Run or walk through the scenic orchards of New Paltz at this chip timed 5k event featuring homemade donuts and fresh cider for all finishers.

A five-week open-course trail running series in Poughkeepsie, NY, presented by Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie and powered by HOKA. Limited to 65 participants; registration runs March 18 to April 20, 2026 with a $60 fee.

Experience a complete Trifecta weekend at Vernon Peak with obstacle courses ranging from 5K to 50K. Test your grit on northern New Jersey mountain terrain featuring vertical climbs and over 60 obstacles for the elite Ultra distance.

Event Overview The Squatchywaska Mountainfest is a trail running event with two distances: a 25K (noted as closer to 17 miles) and a 10-mile race. Both courses follow a lollipop format through Minnewaska State Preserve on the Shawangunk Rid..

Experience miles of rhododendron tunnels and marsh bridges in Highland Lakes. Choose from four race distances ranging from a half marathon to 100K across gravel roads and single track trails.

Experience an off road adventure in Stokes State Forest featuring trail runs, mountain bike races, and triathlons. This multi sport event offers everything from trail marathons to paddle triathlons in a scenic New Jersey setting.

A spring trail race at Grafton Lakes State Park covering about 9.3 miles with roughly 900 feet of elevation gain. Trails are technical yet runnable and the course can be muddy in spring.

Experience the Leatherman's Loop 10k trail race at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in New York. Entry is managed via a lottery system for this USATF sanctioned spring event through the local woods.

Try the Trail is a youth trail run for ages 4 to 16 at Katonah Memorial Park. Kids can choose between a half-mile or one-mile course on scenic, easy-to-follow trails. It's a family-friendly event focused on outdoor activity.

The A Run to Remember will take place in Red Hook on Saturday 2 May 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Experience the beauty of the Shawangunk Mountains with a 50 mile ultra, a trail marathon, or a team relay. Enjoy well maintained carriage roads and an 18 hour cutoff in this premier fundraising event for Mohonk Preserve.

Trail races at Bear Mountain State Park on May 2, 2026 include 10K, half marathon and 50K over singletrack with technical sections, rolling climbs, tree cover, rocky and muddy terrain and occasional stream crossings.

Experience one of the most technical and elevation dense trail races in the Northeast. Tackle steep climbs and rugged single track through the scenic terrain of Beacon, New York.

This community trail run on Clausland Mountain honors caregivers and supports mental health and sobriety causes. Participants take on a 3.75-mile historic course, receiving a medal in an event focused on gathering, not competition.

The Towpath Trail Run in Saint Johnsville offers a flat, paved course for a 10K and a 5K run/walk. Professional timing ensures accurate results. The event is scheduled for May 9, 2026.