Trail Running Calendar New York 2025-2026

Winona Forest's Chase The Day Trail Ultra is a 24-hour running event set in Mannsville, NY, designed for participants of all abilities. Runners can compete solo or in teams of three, aiming to complete as many laps as possible on a well-maintained 2.6-mile loop. The event emphasizes camaraderie and..

The Sehgahunda Trail Marathon, Marathon Relay, and Vale of Three Falls is a running event taking place at Letchworth State Park in Portageville, NY, from May 17 to May 18, 2025. Participants can choose from various events, including a 26.3-mile trail marathon, 2-person and 4-person relay teams, and..

The Sand to Serengeti is a trail running event held at Green Lakes State Park, featuring two race distances: a 10-mile and a 3-mile course. The race begins at the sandy beach, winding around Round Lake and up towards the scenic Serengeti area before returning to the beach. Participants in the 10-mil..

The Vale of Three Falls event offers 5K, 10K, and 15K races held at Letchworth State Park on May 18, 2025. The courses are scenic out-and-back routes along gravel and hilly terrain, featuring stunning views of the Genesee River and the park’s historic landscape. Runners can enjoy post-race food, eve..

The Spring Run The Farm event, scheduled for May 18, 2025, in Katonah, NY, features a 5-mile trail race and two kids' races. The main event is open to participants aged 6 and older, while the kids' races cater to ages 7-12 and 6 and under. The race takes place at Muscoot Farm, showcasing the area's..

The Nassau Suffolk Trail Marathon & 15 Miler is a premier running event taking place in Farmingdale, NY, on May 18, 2025. This event features two main races: a full marathon and a 15-mile trail run, both set in the scenic Bethpage State Park. Participants will enjoy a well-marked course that include..

The Loop the Lemur event at the Ross Park Zoo is a unique running experience scheduled for May 18, 2025. Participants can choose from various timed events, including a 6-hour, 2-hour, and 1-hour loop, as well as a family-friendly Fun Run. The course is a .8-mile loop within the zoo, where runners ca..

The Highland Forest 1-2-3 Trail Run, taking place on May 24, 2025, in Fabius, NY, offers a unique trail running experience with three race options: 10 miles, 20 miles, and a 50K (31 miles). This event emphasizes a minimalistic approach, featuring a challenging course with limited aid stations but re..

The NSRF Long Island Lemonade Trail 5K is a vibrant running event taking place at Blydenburgh County Park on May 24, 2025. This trail run offers participants a refreshing experience with a mix of pavement, dirt roads, and hard-packed trails. The event includes a free Kiddie Dash and features post-ra..

The Forest Park Runners Classic 4 Mile Road and Trail Race is set to take place on May 25, 2025, at Victory Field Track in Woodhaven, NY. This event features a scenic 4-mile out-and-back course through the beautiful trails and roads of Forest Park. Participants can expect custom technical T-shirts a..

The Mendon Mauler Trail Run is an exciting off-road running event scheduled for May 30, 2025, at Mendon Ponds Park in Mendon, NY. Participants can choose between two distances: a 4-mile or an 8-mile trail run, both featuring scenic routes through the park's beautiful trails. The course consists of a..

Cayuga Trails, organized by Red Newt Racing, is a scenic trail running event held at Robert Treman State Park in Ithaca, NY, on May 31, 2025. The race features two distances: a 50-mile ultramarathon and a 50K trail run, both showcasing the region’s stunning waterfalls, gorges, and historic stone sta..

The Peach Hill "Run For the Hill of It" 5K is a cross-country running and walking event taking place at Peach Hill Park in Poughkeepsie, NY. Participants will traverse scenic trails, reaching the highest point in the town for stunning views. Open to all ages, the event encourages both runners and wa..

Lucifer’s Crossing is a scenic trail running event held at Old Y Camp in Robert Treman State Park, Ithaca, NY, on June 1, 2025. It offers three race distances: a half marathon (13.2 miles), a 10K (~6.66 miles), and a 5K (~3.3 miles). The course features a challenging ascent on the Rim Trail, a desce..

The Plattekill Mountain Race, scheduled for June 1, 2025, in Roxbury, NY, features a challenging mountain course and a shorter 5k option. The main race covers 6.5 miles with 3,500 feet of elevation gain, traversing ski slopes and trails, making it ideal for experienced runners seeking a tough mounta..

The Death by Staircase Trail Running Festival is a unique running event set to take place in Moreau, NY, featuring a challenging 3.8-mile loop that includes the notorious "staircase of death," which ascends over 800 feet in less than a mile. Participants can choose to run solo or join a relay team,..

The Beer Mountain Challenge at Upward Brewing Company is an exciting trail running event set in the scenic Catskill Mountains. Participants can choose between two distances: a 2-mile loop with 515 feet of elevation gain or a 4-mile loop with 1,030 feet of elevation gain. The course features a mix of..

The Frost Town Trail Fest, held on June 7, 2025, at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center in Naples, NY, offers challenging trail running events to celebrate the area's natural beauty and environmental mission. Participants can choose between a 25k or 10k race, with the 25k featuring rugged terrain, steep..

The Sri Chinmoy 24-Hour, 12-Hour, and Midnight Marathon is a scenic ultramarathon event held at Rockland Lake State Park near New York City. Participants can choose between a 24-hour race, a 12-hour race, or a midnight marathon, all taking place on a flat, fast 2.95-mile paved loop around the lake...

The YMCA Race Weekend is a vibrant two-day event scheduled for June 14-15, 2025, at Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville, NY. Participants can engage in various activities, including a Sprint Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aqua Run, and an 8K Trail Race. This event not only promotes fitness and co..