Trail Running calendar near Mendon 2026-2027

Trail races at Ontario County Park in Naples NY offering a long and a short course listed as a half marathon and a 5 mile option, with camping, evening social events, post race food and vendors, and volunteer incentives.

A multi-distance trail event near Cortland, NY on September 12, 2026, featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a 100 mile relay. The route includes steep climbs, technical singletrack, planned course changes, and allowances for pacers and poles..

A community wellness event at Sprague Brook County Park on September 12, 2026 featuring a 5K trail run and a 2 mile non timed walk, with proceeds supporting the Bread of Life Outreach Center and keepsake blankets for early registrants.

Experience an outdoor adventure at Everest Park featuring a four mile obstacle course with forty natural and man made challenges. Families can choose between the full mud run or a specialized mini course for younger children.

A dog friendly 5K community run and walk at Campground Adventures in Hinsdale, NY on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Fifty percent of proceeds support the Cattaraugus County SPCA and the event features scenic trails and local vendors.

A community fundraiser at Mendon Ponds Park with in-person and virtual 5k options plus a Trail X Challenge and a 10k combo. The event supports ROCovery and includes event swag and packet pick up dates.

A 5K and 10K trail run in Letchworth State Park on September 13, 2026 featuring woodland courses, finisher medals, a post-race celebration at Trailside Lodge, and timed results with downloadable certificates and photos.

A mid September 2026 trail running festival at Greek Peak Mountain Resort featuring multiple mountain races, night runs, a dog friendly 5k, an uphill 1k, and a kids mile.

An obstacle and fitness race on September 13, 2026 in Fayetteville, NY featuring a roughly 3 mile course with about 23 first responder inspired challenges, including Search & Rescue, Hose Drag and timed mental focus tasks.

Multi-day timed ultras at Shortsville Reindeer Farm on a one mile grass and trail loop. Multiple timed options, an on-course aid barn, and belt buckles for finishers who complete 100 loops; proceeds support ROCovery Fitness.

Timed ultrarunning event at Sugarbush Vineyards in Hillier, Ontario featuring 6, 12 and 24 hour solo races, a 24 hour relay and a 12 hour night option. The roughly 3 km loop winds through woods, meadow and vineyard, with aid station and ten..

A roughly 100 km trail ultramarathon around Morgan Hill State Forest with about 10,286 ft of elevation and seven aid stations. The route follows mostly single track and requires offline navigation and self-sufficiency.

A community 5K and 10K on the Keuka Outlet Trail in Penn Yan with start and finish at Cascade Falls. Courses pass Seneca Mills Falls and the 10K reaches the former Fox Mills site; shirts and medals included.

A one mile loop elimination challenge in Webster NY on September 20, 2026 where runners must meet shrinking time cutoffs each mile; finishers receive a medal and category pins, with cash prizes for top male and female.

An eight hour fixed time race and relay on a flat **3.45 mile** out and back trail next to Dryden Lake. Solo and team divisions, a single well stocked aid station, and optional 0.4 mile mini loops in the final hour.

The Morgan Hill Trail Races will take place in Fabius on Sunday 27 September 2026.

Trail runs of 10K and 23K through singletrack and dirt roads in Danby State Forest with views from the Thatcher Pinnacles. The course features marked turns, aid stations, and varied elevation and footing.

Trail races in October near Canadice Lake, Hemlock NY, with a 5K point-to-point, a 15K out-and-back, and a full marathon featuring technical climbs and mixed terrain. Proceeds support local trail maintenance.

Run a 5K through the private 157 acre Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp on a mix of dirt trails and paved paths. Enjoy the post race Beer Fest and support accessible camping for children with disabilities.

A spooky themed 3.1 mile run in Mendon, New York on the Lehigh Valley Trail with a costume contest, awards, a post race party at the Cottage Hotel Restaurant, and a virtual entry option; proceeds support David's Refuge.