Trail Running calendar near Gardiner 2026-2027

Trail races in Ridgefield CT offering a single loop of about 4.25 miles or a double loop of about 8 miles through Hemlock Hills and Pine Mountain. The technical, rocky course starts and ends at the Lake Windwing ballfields.

A 5K trail run at Winding Trails in Farmington on the designated course around Walton Pond, with registration from February 20 to September 20 and a $35 fee; overall and age-group awards plus a prize for the first local finishers.

A timed charity tower climb at Empire State Plaza in Albany that reaches the 42nd floor with 809 steps. Water stations, bailout floors and medics are provided; registered participants receive a t shirt and finisher's medal.

A 26 mile point to point trail race in the Slide Mountain Wilderness with nearly 7,000 feet of vertical gain. Multiple aid stations, post race refreshments, and proceeds support Run Wild, Inc.

50K and 25K trail races on the McDade Trail in Milford, PA, starting at Smithfield Beach. The out and back route is mainly rail trail cinder with three aid stations and a cupless policy.

A trail running event in Gardiner, NY offering a 5 km run, an optional 10 km two-lap route and a 200 yard kids run, with pre registration T shirt incentives and a sneaker recycling program.

A scored 5K cross country race at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx on September 27, 2026, part of NYRR's fall series; includes free youth races for ages 2 to 18 and awards for top finishers across divisions.

Experience a massive endurance test at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area. This ultra trail event features a 152 mile course with over 72,000 feet of elevation gain to be completed within 84 hours.

Test your limits on a flat one mile loop at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Choose from 6 to 72 hour timed races or certified marathon and 50K distances with full kitchen and shower access.

A 15 mile trail event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall, Connecticut on October 3–4, 2026, offering 7,140' of elevation gain and a 12 hour time limit. Participants may run, hike, or walk; the event is produced by a veteran owned compa..

A 30 hour trail ultra at Roosevelt Forest with a 2.23 mile loop, marked course, multiple distance options, and a 100 mile finisher buckle. Aid is centered at the pavilion and one registered pacer is allowed per runner.

Join the annual Run Stanley event at Stanley Park for a variety of trail races including a 5K K9 run and an accessible 1 mile stroll. Support local wildlife sanctuary maintenance while enjoying a community day in the park.

A four mile trail race through Irvington Woods on October 4, 2026, with varied terrain including climbs and stairs; start and finish at Irvington High School. Registration runs March 15 to September 4 with a $40 fee.

Mountain trail race at Camelback Resort on October 4, 2026, run on a 2.5 mile loop with just under 900 ft of climb per loop. Options include 2.5, 5, 10 miles, a 10 mile team relay, ruck division and chip timing.

The Haystack Mountain Challenge on October 4, 2026, features a 5K, 10K and a half marathon across Barbour Woods and Haystack Mountain, with steep climbs, private trail sections, a cupless policy, water stations and on site refreshments.

A 13.7 mile trail race in Cold Spring, NY on October 4, 2026, featuring about 4,000 ft of climbing through the Hudson Highlands during peak foliage. The event is an UTMB Index Race and supports the NYNJTC.

Run a scored 5K race through the scenic trails and varied terrain of Van Cortlandt Park. This Bronx event features divisions for all adults and free youth races for ages 2 to 18.

Runners climb the Empire State Building's 86 flights and 1,576 stairs to the observatory in this New York tower race on 10/06/2026. Multiple entry categories are offered with different registration windows and fees.

The Trailwagger is an October 2026 trail event at Gilbert Lake State Park in Laurens, NY with 3 mile, 5 mile, combined 8 mile and two person team options plus a dog stroll. A portion of proceeds supports Super Heroes Humane Society.

A family friendly trail event on October 10, 2026 in Wilton CT offering a 5K and a short accessible run or walk, with participant perks and support for employment initiatives for people with disabilities.