Trail Running calendar near Schenectady 2025-2026

We have found 21 Trailruns within 80 miles of Schenectady. See below where and when you can find the races.

Run a scenic trail half marathon around two glacial lakes and along the Shawangunk Ridge at Minnewaska State Park, with sweeping views into five states. Limited to 300 runners, chip timed with a finisher gift and refreshments.

Celebrate the Sunday after Thanksgiving at Gorge après Gorge in Chesterfield Gorge with a timed 5k, family fun walk, and new kids race. Finishers earn locally baked cookie medals and a warm postrace potluck to benefit Hilltown Land Trust.

December 2025

Get festive at the Ugly Sweater 5K in Canajoharie on December 6, 2025, where runners and walkers hit the scenic Erie Canal trail in holiday style. All proceeds support the Community Youth Center and age group prizes add extra fun for racers..

April 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.

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.

May 2026

Run the scenic Dandelion Dash 5K on The Hartsbrook School trails or enjoy the family friendly Mushroom Mile in Hadley, MA. Support school programs in sustainable agriculture and beekeeping or run virtually from anywhere.

Run the Free Spirit 50K in Leyden, Massachusetts and enjoy a scenic New England ultramarathon. The course follows dirt roads past historic farms, leafy woods and an 1870s covered bridge for a rewarding, challenging day.

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.

June 2026

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..

Manitou’s Revenge is a 53 mile ultramarathon in the Catskills across rugged, technical trails and massive climbing. Limited aid, long remote stretches and hand over hand sections make it a grueling but rewarding mountain challenge.

August 2026

Climb It For Climate at Belleayre Mountain offers scenic, challenging trail runs with 25K and 8K options through classic Catskill terrain. This eco event offsets emissions, benefits The Catskill Center, and celebrates finishers.

September 2026

Run the Shawangunk Ridge Trail in Rosendale NY on Sep 12, 2026. Choose 70 mile, 30 mile or half marathon routes through rocky ridgelines, waterfalls and cliffs in a self supported backcountry challenge.

Tackle rugged single track, steep climbs and scenic summit views at Macedonia Brook State Park with 12K, 25K and 50K options. The 25K is part of the Blue Blazed Trail Running Series for a true New England trail challenge.

Trail runs in Charles E Baker State Forest with a 5K for beginners, a family friendly 15K, or a rugged 50K ultra with major climbing in three loops. On site grilled food helps the local school and bonuses await new course records.

The Cat's Tail Marathon will take place in Shandaken on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 26 miles.

October 2026

Join multi day trail challenges at Mohawk Mountain, Cornwall CT, October 1 to 4, 2026, with ultra, relay and backyard ultra formats. Run, hike or walk timed options from 61 to 152 miles organized by a veteran owned team.

Take on a 24 hour trail challenge at Mohawk Mountain with a 28 plus mile course and huge elevation gain that rewards grit and strategy. Run, hike, or walk solo or as a relay with veteran owned IronHike Endurance Productions.

Run through Adirondack woods, ponds and marshes at Amy's Adventure Race for the Lake, a 10th annual trail event supporting Lake George Land Conservancy. Choose 4.5 mile, 10 mile or virtual options and celebrate afterward at the brewery.