Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2026-2027

A 5K cross country race at Pine Grove Middle School in East Syracuse on 19 September 2026, run on a varsity XC course with mostly trails and grass; registration runs from March 7 to September 18, 2026.

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.

A 5K trail run on Bella Rose Vineyard grounds in Lewiston with a stemless wine glass and complimentary wine tasting for participants 21 or older. The event features professional timing, finish line photos, music, and on site parking.

Cross-country meet in Niagara Falls on September 27, 2026, featuring an Open 5K and separate morning and afternoon sessions; fees listed in CAD.

Test your endurance at Kissing Bridge with this twelve hour backyard ultra style event. Runners tackle a three mile loop every hour on the hour until the final race determines the winner.

61st McQuaid Invitational at Genesee Valley Park features an open 3 mile unattached race alongside invitational high school and junior high races, with online registration.

Trail runs of 3.1 miles and 6.2 miles take place at Genesee County Park and Forest on October 4, 2026. Proceeds support ACORNS and a portion will go to breast cancer research.

Trail races near Canadice and Hemlock lakes offering marathon, 15K and a point-to-point 5K with technical single-track sections and two major climbs.

Family-focused Turkey Trot in Cobourg with 5 km, 2.5 km, 1 km kids run, activities, costumes and fundraising for the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign.

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.

Trail event at Long Sault Conservation Area with 7K, 14K, 21K, a 6 hour loop event and a 2K kids run, one aid station and paid parking.

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.

Test your endurance at Nocturnal 12 a night-themed twelve hour fixed time race on a flat paved path. Walkers and runners can complete as many laps as they choose on this flexible out and back course.

Trail and road events in Wellsville NY on October 18 2026 feature distances from 2 miles to 25 kilometers plus a virtual Home Edition. Courses include forest trails, steep climbs, aid stations and bus shuttles to trailheads.

A trail event on October 18, 2026 in Letchworth State Park covering about 20.5 miles for both runners and hikers, with two aid stations, elapsed-time cutoffs, a shuttle to the start, participant caps, and post-event food and finisher shirts..

Hopson Trail Runs in Honeoye offers scenic fall trail routes of 5K and 9K through WoodsEdge Retreat and Sandy Bottom Park. The event supports Embrace Your Sisters and includes a post race gathering at Birdhouse Brewery with music and a comp..

Trail event at Mendon Ponds Park with 5K, 10K, half marathon, and 50K on marked off-road loops and mid-loop aid stations.

Three day trail stage race at Mendon Ponds Park featuring 3, 5.5 and 11 mile stages. Rolling starts, a headlamp requirement for the night stage, timing, post-race food and a finisher hoodie for those who complete all stages.

Run or walk as many loops as you choose during this 6 hour event on the Manchester Gateway Trail. This dog friendly race features a scenic 2.3 mile course and benefits the local dog park through a dedicated raffle.

Trail event at Batawa Ski Hill on November 15, 2026, offering distances from a 1 km kids run to a 50 km with stocked aid stations and a cupless policy.