Trail Running calendar near Upper Nyack 2026-2027

A scenic 3.1-mile road and trail run through the New York Botanical Garden, featuring forest and garden views, post-run festivities, and an included All-Garden Pass.

A scored 5K cross country race at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx on September 27, 2026, part of the NYRR Cross Country Series with youth and accessibility programs.

Experience an ultimate endurance test at Mohawk Mountain by taking on 61 miles and 29,155 feet of elevation gain. Participants have 72 hours to run hike or walk their way to an Everest sized vertical achievement.

Test your limits on a flat one mile loop at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Choose from 6 to 72 hour timed races or certified marathon and 50K distances with full kitchen and shower access.

A 24 hour Backyard Ultra trail event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall, CT, featuring about 14,400' of elevation and options to run, hike or walk.

A 30-hour trail ultra at Roosevelt Forest in Stratford CT with 2.5-mile loops, buckles at 100 miles, and a 50 participant field limit.

A six week 5K cross country series in Monmouth County parks with team and age group scoring, series prizes and both pre registration and event day registration.

Run through 300 acres of scenic vineyards on a flat trail course in Peconic. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a post-race glass of wine at this chip-timed autumn event.

A 4-mile trail race through Irvington Woods on October 4, 2026, starting and finishing at the Irvington High School campus; rain or shine.

Mountain trail race at Camelback Resort on October 4, 2026, run on a 2.5 mile loop with just under 900 ft of climb per loop. Options include 2.5, 5, 10 miles, a 10 mile team relay, ruck division and chip timing.

A fall trail race day in Norfolk, CT offering 5K, 10K and a half marathon with steep climbs, private-trail sections, a cupless policy with water stations, and on-site food and beverage vendors.

Trail half-marathon in Cold Spring NY on October 4, 2026 featuring 13.7 miles and 4,000 ft of gain through the Hudson Highlands; proceeds support NYNJTC.

A scored 5K cross country race at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx on October 4, 2026 with live app tracking and on site awards.

A community 5K and 2 Mile Walk at Garrett Mountain on October 11, 2026, with virtual and Tot Trot options; proceeds benefit the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship Fund supporting Clifton High School athletes.

Trail run at Jungle Habitat in West Milford NJ with looped singletrack, fire road and paved sections, cupless aid stations, wooden finisher plaques and a post race party.

A tower run up the Empire State Building's 86 floors and 1,576 stairs in New York with multiple entry categories and specific registration windows.

Multi-day trail event in Rocky Point, NY on a 10.48 mile loop repeated for distances up to 150 miles, with two stocked aid stations and crew support.

On 10/10/2026 the Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k at Gemstone Farm in Wilton CT features a timed trail 5k, an accessible stroller run, live music, food and access to the farm, with proceeds supporting The Prospector's mission.

Trail-based multi-distance races on the towpaths in Upper Black Eddy, PA, with aid stations, onsite tent camping, awards, and donations to local preservation groups.

A community 5K at Duke Island Park on October 10, 2026, run on a flat, paved trail alongside the Raritan River. Proceeds support Family & Community Services of Somerset County, which provides mental health and addiction services.