Trail Running calendar near Upper Nyack 2025-2026

Run the Never Stop Running Foundation 4 Leaf Clover 5K at Bethpage State Park on March 8 2026 for a scenic trail 5K across grassy polo fields and winding soft trails. Family friendly with a kids run, virtual race and refreshments.

Take on MT. TAMMANY 10, an almost 40 mile looped trail challenge in the Delaware Water Gap with ten summit climbs and more than 10,000 feet of elevation gain. Technical, rugged terrain and river crossings make for a bold, scenic test.

Enjoy a scenic 5K around Osprey's Dominion Vineyards in Peconic, NY on a two lap cross country style course for runners and walkers. Finishers get a shirt, bottle stopper medal, shatterproof wine glass and a wine pour.

Terror of Tammany! on March 22, 2026 in Columbia, NJ is a rugged looped trail challenge with 30K (three 6.7 mile loops) and 50K+ (five loops). Expect technical climbs, a campground start and finish, strict time limits, and finisher awards.

Tackle the Sleeping Giant Trail Runs at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden CT on March 29, 2026 with 25K and 50K options across rugged singletrack and big climbs. Expect steep scrambles, more than 3,000 feet of gain per loop, cupless aid s..

Join the Morris County Empanada Trail on March 29 in Morris Plains NJ with 5K and 10K runs over scenic mixed terrain. Entry includes a long sleeve shirt, finisher medal and an empanada with proceeds benefiting the Arthritis Foundation.

Explore rugged North Jersey wilderness in The Fools Adventure, a 10 hour foot ROGAINE with over 100 checkpoints across scenic, rocky terrain. Test your map and compass skills as you navigate for the best route and enjoy big views.

Tackle technical, rugged trails and steep climbs at Big Bear Squatch North in Bear Mountain NY on April 4, 2026. Choose a challenging 10K or a grueling half marathon, with proceeds supporting the New York New Jersey Trail Conference.

Spring Forward at Jacobsburg State Park invites runners to tackle a scenic 5 mile loop as a single lap or in timed 3 hour or 6 hour challenges. The cupless, self supported event offers water refills and supports local conservation.

Join the Bunny Trail 5K at Bethpage State Park for a family friendly run starting on a grassy polo field and winding onto scenic soft trails. In person and virtual entries plus a free kiddie run support the Never Stop Running Foundation.

Find your pace at the Spring SOMO Timed Trail Races in April at South Mountain Reservation, NJ, with options from a single 3K loop to 6 Hour timed runs. Enjoy a scenic 1.88 mile loop of single track, pavement and fire road.

Run a scenic 6.55 mile quarter marathon through West Hartford Reservoir 4 as two loops around the park. Limited to 150 runners, the event features chip timing, post race treats and awards in five year age groups.

Join Run for the Rescue on April 11, 2026 for a scenic 5K through Blydenburgh County Park with on site and virtual options. Tackle varied trails, enjoy post race refreshments, and support Last Chance Animal Rescue.

The Institute Woods 6K will take place in Princeton on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 6 kilometers.

Join the John Jay Community Trail Race on Sunday April 12 2026 in Cross River NY for a scenic 5k on wooded trails, a 4k community walk and a 200 meter kids dash on the track. Early preregistered participants get race shirts.

Tackle wooded trails at the Farm & Forest All Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run in Stamford, CT on April 12, 2026. Family friendly and community focused, this race raises funds for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center.

Run the scenic Shore2Shore trail event from Sunken Meadow to Heckscher State Park on Apr 18, 2026, with 25K and 50K options along the Long Island Greenbelt Trail. Well stocked aid stations, shuttle service and a logo shirt make for a memora..

Take on rugged Traprock at Penwood State Park in Bloomfield CT on April 18, 2026 with 17K one loop or 50K three loop options. Expect rolling, technical single track and rocky trails; bring your own cup for this cupless, chip timed race.

Run a scenic 5K across farm trails at Screamin' Hill Brewery, then celebrate with craft beer, live music and food trucks. Walkers and all ages are welcome in this fun community race with free photos and a custom tech shirt.

Join the final Conquer The Trail Race on April 18 in Dobbs Ferry for a scenic 7.5 km on the Croton Aqueduct Trail supporting Mercy University's Mav Market. Mostly flat trail with natural obstacles, raffles and shirts for early registrants.