Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2026-2027

A community run through the vines at Palatine Hills Estate Winery featuring a timed 5 km race, untimed family and dog walks, post-run food and music, and winery perks. A portion of proceeds supports Community Care.

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.

Ultrarunning event at Sugarbush Vineyards in Hillier, Ontario. Timed solo races, a 24 hour relay and a 12 hour night option take place on a roughly 3 km loop through woods and meadow.

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.

Cross country meet in Niagara Falls on September 27, 2026 featuring an Open 5K and age group sessions for MTA and Athletics Ontario athletes. Entry fees and course documents are published.

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.

Trail race at Long Sault Conservation Area offering 2 km, 7 km, 14 km, 21 km and a timed six hour event. The course uses two 7 km loops with a single aid station and limited on site 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.

On October 18, 2026 Many Lite at Letchworth State Park follows about 20.5 miles of trails through waterfalls and overlooks, with two aid stations, pace cutoffs, and a shuttle from the finish to the start.

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 races of 5K, 10K, half marathon and 50K take place at Mendon Ponds Park on a marked 10 km loop with rolling hills and a mid-loop aid station. The 50K allows pacers for the final laps and the field is limited to 350 runners.

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 running at Batawa Ski Hill on November 15, 2026 with distances from a 1 km kids race to a 50 km event. Three aid stations, cupless refill policy and specific rules for the 50 km.

Turkey Trot 2026 in Ithaca is a roughly 5.5-mile prediction run with no watches allowed, supporting Loaves and Fishes. Participants predict their time and the closest guesses win pies.

A winter trail festival at Powder Mills Park offering 5, 10, and 15 mile options on a looped single-track course, green-race refill-only hydration, limited registration, and a custom hot cocoa mug for early registrants.

A winter trail race at Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area in Springwater NY on January 2 2027. The course is roughly 10k of winding single track with likely snow so runners should plan for traction and self support.