Trail Running calendar near Elka Park 2026-2027

Experience a scenic evening run on a flat paved loop around Rockland Lake. This chip timed half marathon features sunset views, frequent aid stations, and custom finisher medals only 45 minutes north of NYC.

Explore the hill towns of western Massachusetts on a mix of trails and dirt roads. Choose from a 50k, 30k, or 10k distance, with all proceeds supporting the Franklin Land Trust's conservation efforts at the scenic Edge Hill Conservation Are..

Manitou’s Revenge is a 53-mile ultramarathon through the remote Catskill Mountains. With 15,000 feet of climbing on rocky, steep trails, the course becomes progressively more difficult. It runs from Windham to Phoenicia on the Long Path.

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.

Experience a unique trail race through the Westmoreland Sanctuary where you choose your own path at the fork. Start and finish at Fox Lane High School for a memorable 5k adventure in Bedford.

The Red Wing Trail Challenge offers 60K, 30K, and 15K distances on a rugged 15K loop in Lagrangeville, NY. The course features mixed terrain and significant elevation gain on each lap. Post-race food and unique finisher awards are provided.

Notchview Ultra features a 1.9-mile groomed loop trail in Windsor, Massachusetts. The event includes multiple ultra distances from 6 to 72 hours and a 100.7-mile race. Proceeds support the Trustees of Reservations and a local humane society..

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.

Experience a midweek evening trail run through the diverse terrain of Bowdoin Park. This 5 mile race features a mix of grass and rocky trails with awards for top finishers and a food drive for the local pantry.

Experience the wooded trails of the historic Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in New York. This event offers 25K, 50K, and 50 mile distances featuring a mix of technical singletrack and runnable carriage roads.

Test your endurance on a 0.355-mile track loop for 8 hours at Clapp Park. Enjoy a unique bottle-drop aid station and support the AYJ Fund for children with cancer. Awards celebrate all age groups and lifetime achievements.

Hit the technical trails of Stokes State Forest at the Thunder Chicken Squatch Jamboree. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or 17-mile challenge on rocky, rooted singletrack. The event honors military service with a special discount and features a fest..

Explore the new trails of Bridgewater Town Park at the Tappen Brook 5K. This community trail run on August 9, 2026, offers a scenic course through woodlands with views of Lake Lillinonah. Participants receive a gift, and top finishers win p..

Explore the varied trails of Fahnestock State Park in New York with a choice of 50K, 25K, or 5.5-mile races. The event includes course support, a post-race meal, and supports park conservation through its non-profit organizer.

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.

Climb It For Climate is a trail running event on Belleayre Mountain in the Catskills, offering 25K and 8K race options. The weekend features pre-race activities, and the event focuses on environmental responsibility with a zero-carbon initi..

Run the Jug End Loop Ultra in the scenic Jug End State Reservation. Choose between a 4.2-mile race or a 6-hour ultramarathon on a challenging loop trail. All finishers receive a handmade ceramic mug, and the event supports local charities.

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.

Experience a scenic trail festival at Thacher State Park featuring races from 10k to 50k miles. Run through wide paths and single track trails with beautiful escarpment views in a sustainable cupless event.

Explore the scenic Shawangunk Ridge on a rugged 70-mile trail. Choose from three distances: a 70-miler, 30-miler, or half marathon. This unsupported event celebrates the preserved beauty of the 'Gunks' mountains.