Trail Running calendar near Wading River 2026-2027

A 50K ultramarathon at Van Cortlandt Park on 05/02/2026 composed of an opening flats lap and ten cross country loops, with stocked aid station access and drop bags. Finishers receive a medal, singlet, hot meal and cold beer.

Trail races at Bear Mountain State Park on May 2, 2026 include 10K, half marathon and 50K over singletrack with technical sections, rolling climbs, tree cover, rocky and muddy terrain and occasional stream crossings.

Run a flat one mile course in Van Cortlandt Park while wearing your own inflatable costume. This unique Bronx event supports charity and takes place during a local ultramarathon for a high energy atmosphere.

Celebrate National Truffle Day with a chocolate themed trail run at Giddings Park. This event features a three loop 5K for all ages and a kids fun run to support Franklin Elementary School programs.

A technical trail half and full marathon at University Settlement Camp in Beacon, NY on May 3, 2026, featuring steep, exposed climbs and substantial elevation gain with official aid stations and strict cut-off times.

A technical out and back 50K on New Haven blue trails with about 6,350 feet of climbing, strict time cutoffs, no crews or pacers, and multiple aid stations including water only stops.

A two-race trail event in Lyme CT on May 3 2026 with a 9.2 mile Moore Trail loop and a 3 mile Sprint, both chip timed. All proceeds support the Lyme Fire Department and the Lyme Ambulance Association.

A community trail run on May 9 at Clausland Mountain in Orangeburg, NY supporting mental health and sobriety, with three distance options, two aid stations, and optional shirts and medals.

A spring 10K trail race on Block Island with varied terrain including dirt roads, stone walls, coastal track views, and a steep double tiered climb near mile four. Start and finish are at the Block Island School.

Spring Fling 600 in Southington, CT on May 9, 2026 features a 600 minute looped trail event and a 6 Mile race at YMCA Camp Sloper. Both events use chip timing and offer finisher medals and awards for top competitors.

A community event on May 9, 2026 featuring a Family Color Run and a 5K Trail Run at Hamden and New Haven YMCA locations. Registration runs from Feb 20 to May 8 with entry fees of $10 and $30; first 100 pre-registrants receive a Y giveaway.

Test your endurance on a 2.2 mile loop through the scenic Roosevelt Forest. This nine hour ultra event offers a supportive atmosphere for runners aiming to hit personal distance goals on classic New England trails.

A last person standing loop race on Ragged Mountain where runners repeat a roughly 3.11 mile loop and must finish each lap within one hour; entrants are eliminated if they fail to start or finish a lap, continuing until a single finisher re..

Trail races in South Mountain Reservation on May 16, 2026 offering distances from a 1.15 mile kids race up to 50 miles and 50 kilometers. Forested east and west loops feature gravel roads, single track, aid stations and chip timing.

Experience a scenic trail run through the meadows and forests of Muscoot Farm. Choose from the 5 mile course or youth races and receive vouchers to spend at the local farmers market.

Trail races at Soapstone Mountain in Stafford Springs, CT include a new half marathon and the Jerry Stage 6K Sampler. Courses run on the blue blazed Shenipsit Trail through Shenipsit Forest with on course aid for the half marathon.

A 3.5 mile trail run and walk at Woodtick Recreation Area in Wolcott CT on May 17, 2026. Proceeds support the Wolcott Cross Country Teams and division winners receive medals, with race entry including a free $10 pass to the CT Food Truck Ba..

Trail marathon and 15-mile trail race at Bethpage State Park on May 17, 2026. Registration opens Feb 23 and a portion of proceeds supports the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference.

A community campus race in East Haddam with a 1.75 mile loop, kids races on the soccer field, water stops and reused trophy awards. The course is mainly packed dirt with hills and a fast downhill finish.

A one-day return of the Somers Summer 5K on May 17, 2026 at Field Road Park; entry is free and registration runs from August 28, 2025 to May 16, 2026. Proceeds support improvements to the park fitness trail.