Trail Running calendar near Gardiner 2025-2026

Tackle rugged singletrack, cliffs and glacial ledges on the Shawangunk Ridge in this scenic mountain trail race offering 25K and 10 mile courses. Proceeds support Run Wild's campaign to protect Verkeerder Kill Falls.

Celebrate trail running at the Lake Mohegan Women’s Trail Race, welcoming women and non binary runners to scenic loops in Fairfield, CT. Pick a 5K, 10K or a 4 hour loop challenge and finish with medals, podium prizes and great community vib..

Take on Wawayanda Trail Fest at Wawayanda State Park, offering distances from half marathon to 100K. Run through rhododendron tunnels, marsh bridges and single track on a scenic 26 mile loop with friendly aid stations.

Run the 52nd Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug Ultra in Kent CT on April 26 2026 for scenic, mostly flat loops around the lake with 100K, 50 Miler and 50K options. Expect stocked aid stations, finisher swag and lakeside views to inspire.

Tackle a scenic 10k trail at Leatherman's Loop in Cross River NY on April 26, 2026 for a lively, USATF sanctioned race through Reservation Road. Entry is by lottery with registration opening January 2, 2026 so mark your calendar.

XTERRA New Jersey is an off-road multisport event held at the scenic Wawayanda State Park, featuring over 40 miles of trails and a clear lake. Part of the XTERRA World Tour, it offers a variety of races including trail runs (5K to 42K), gra..

Challenge yourself at VCP50k, a scenic but rugged 50k ultramarathon in the Bronx on May 2, 2026. Ten loops of classic cross country trail bring rocks, roots and rolling climbs with stocked aid stations, a custom finisher singlet and post ra..

Run Breakneck Point in Beacon NY on May 3, 2026 with 14.5 mile and 26.5 mile options over technical trails and serious climbing for a rugged spring challenge. Entry includes post race food, a Patagonia Cap Cool shirt, and a finisher medal.

Blue 2 Blue Challenge is a demanding 50K on May 3, 2026 in New Haven, Connecticut, across rugged blue blazed trails with steep, technical climbs. Entry is by waitlist and requires a recent qualifying trail 50K, so come prepared.

Run a looped, lit course at the Sussex County Fairgrounds during a weeklong festival offering distances from marathon and 50K to multi hour timed events. Enjoy aid stations, camping and showers plus a live lap display and buckle awards.

Take on Ragged Mountain near Berlin CT in a last person standing race. Run a 3.11 mile loop each hour and keep finishing within the hour until only one runner completes a loop and wins.

Run the Forgotten Forest 9 hour Ultra at Roosevelt Forest in Stratford CT, a timed trail on a scenic 2.2 mile loop with roots, rocks and rolling climbs. Limited to 50 runners for an intimate, rugged day on the trails.

Trails To the Sky at Voorhees State Park features a scenic, looped 50k UTMB Index race and a rolling 10k. Expect big climbs, aid stations, on course support and custom medals for all finishers.

C'mon Armageddon brings technical trail running to Norvin Green Park in West Milford, NJ with 50K, 10 mile and 5 mile routes through boulder fields, river crossings and steep climbs. Expect rugged singletrack and a raw mountain challenge.

Run The Farm is a scenic 5 mile trail race at Muscoot Farm with fun kids races for younger runners. Finishers receive Farm Bucks to spend at the Muscoot farmers market and event shirts are available while sizes last.

Recharge your trail legs with a small group spring camp in Oliverea, NY, in the Catskills. Tackle technical scrambles and big climbs while getting on trail coaching and mental performance work to sharpen your skills and confidence.

Take on the scenic Mine Hill Half Marathon on May 25 in Roxbury, CT, starting and finishing at Mine Hill Distillery. Enjoy a challenging climb, a fast downhill second half, a finisher medal and post race food and drinks.

Challenge yourself at Mohawk Mountain in early June 2026 with timed endurance events from 12 hour to 84 hour and distances up to 152 miles. Race solo or with Trail Buddy or Trail Family teams, tackle night sections and enjoy base support an..

Take on the slopes at the Plattekill Mountain Race in Roxbury NY on June 7, 2026, where ski runs and forest trails deliver steep climbs, fast descents and sweeping views. Choose the 6.5 mile mountain course or the punchy 5k and race for top..

Run or ride scenic farm trails at Norbrook Farm Brewery in Colebrook CT, with options from a 5K and 10K to a 4 hour trail challenge, duathlon and competitive mountain bike races. Finishers get custom medals and entrants 21 plus receive a fr..