Trail Running calendar near Red Hook 2026-2027

Course and Distances The Sleeping Giant Trail Runs take place at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, Connecticut. The event offers two distances: 25 km: A single loop with over 3,000 feet of vertical gain. 50 km: Two loops of the 25 km co..

The Fool's Adventure is a ten hour foot rogaine on March 29, 2026 in Wayne, New Jersey. Competitors navigate more than 100 checkpoints across eight square miles of rugged wilderness using maps and a compass while recording checkpoint eviden..

Experience a technical trail race through the rugged and hilly terrain of Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx. Enjoy 10k or kids distances with cake prizes for top finishers and support local trail maintenance efforts.

Tackle the rugged trails of Harriman State Park in this mountain trail run. Choose between a challenging 10K with 1,400 feet of climb or a half marathon with over 2,600 feet. The event supports local trail maintenance and includes a rucking..

The Bimbler's Bash is a popular annual 10K trail run through the technical, rocky paths of Guilford's Westwoods. This entirely off-road event supports local land conservation and is known as a major single-distance race in Connecticut.

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 fast, point-to-point half marathon descending from Slingerlands to the Hudson River in Albany. The course features paved rail trails and offers amenities like live tracking, gear check, and a post-race celebration. A free shuttle bus mana..

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.

Run through a scenic nature center featuring farm animals and wooded trails. This all terrain event in Stamford offers a unique 5K course and a fun run for children ages five and up.

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.

The 11th Annual F.O.R 5k Trail Race takes runners through the scenic McDonald Nature Preserve in Wilbraham. This family-friendly trail run supports the local parks' maintenance fund.

The Traprock 50 features a rugged 50K and a 17K trail race on the rocky, rolling loops of Penwood State Park. It's a cupless event with chip timing, organized by volunteers to benefit local conservation groups. Runners should be prepared fo..

The final Conquer the Trail Race is a 7.5 km run on the flat Croton Aqueduct Trail. This special edition supports Mercy University's Mav Market and celebrates the school's 75th anniversary. The event offers awards, raffles, and free parking..

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.

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..

The Wawayanda Trail Fest offers four distances on a scenic 26+ mile loop in Wawayanda State Park. The course features rhododendron tunnels, marsh bridges, and varied terrain. Crew access and camping are available at the central event site.

The Lake Mohegan Women's Trail Race is a women's-only trail event in Fairfield, CT. Runners can choose from a 5K, 10K, or a 4-hour challenge on the runnable trails around the lake. The event aims to welcome both newcomers and experienced tr..

The Grafton 15K is a spring trail race through the technical and muddy terrain of Grafton Lakes State Park. The 9.3-mile course features 900 feet of elevation gain, starting and finishing at the park's beach.

The Leatherman's Loop is a classic 10k trail race held each spring at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. Entry is secured via a lottery system, with no same-day registration. It's part of a series of trail events including Run the Farm and Raven..

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.