Trail Running calendar near Athens 2025-2026

Push your limits at the Clark 6 hour Classic, a timed trail challenge at scenic Clark Reservation near Jamesville, NY. Run as many 1.7 mile laps as you can on varied gravel, dirt and rocky sections and finish the Salt City Trail Running ser..

Take on technical, rocky singletrack and steep climbs at the Tiadaghton Trail Challenge in Waterville PA on Nov 9, 2025, with half marathon and 10K options. Enjoy forest vistas, streams and waterfalls while supporting a local scholarship fu..

Take on the Warrior Trail series near Lock Haven PA with 220 mile, 110 mile and 50 kilometer routes through mountain terrain and fall foliage. Solo or team formats available and proceeds support the Warrior Trail Foundation.

Hit the trails at the Red, White and Run 5K in Lackawaxen's Veteran's Memorial Park on November 15, 2025. Enjoy a scenic trail run or walk, friendly competition, and awards for top finishers across age groups.

Test your endurance on the Manchester Gateway Trail by completing as many 2.3 mile out and back laps as you can in six hours. Entry helps fund the local dog park and well behaved leashed dogs are welcome.

Join the Cazenovia Turkey Trot on Nov 27, 2025 for a chip timed 5K or 1 mile fun run along the scenic Gorge Trail. Family friendly event benefits Caz Cares and kids 12 and under run free.

Tackle about 9 miles of scenic but often icy and technical trails in Highland Forest, Fabius, then enjoy an all you can eat pancake breakfast at Skyline Lodge. Shortcuts make this a fun, flexible winter outing for runners and families.

Run under the stars at Icicles on the Moon, a night trail event at Zindel Park in Lock Haven on December 27, 2025. Choose a 7 mile or 5K route around the reservoir, bring a headlamp, and help fund Zindel property revitalization.

Start the season with Frozen Assets, a scenic 10k winter trail loop at Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area that often runs through snow. Carry your own water and enjoy warm cider at the finish.

Mrs. McCormick's Ice House is a winter trail race on Jan 17, 2026 featuring a scenic, roughly 4 mile loop you can repeat for longer distances. Expect snowy trails and post race pancakes, hot drinks and awards at cozy Wilson Lodge.

Enjoy winter trail runs and a snowshoe race at Chenango Valley State Park during the Binghamton Pond Festival, with festival vibes near the start. Choose 10k, 20k or 50k loops or a free kids run and support local youth programs.

Fire on the Rocks is a rugged 10K trail at Zindel Park near McElhattan, PA, with about 1,400 feet of climbing across challenging singletrack. Limited to 400 runners, the intermediate course finishes with scenic views and sticky buns.

The Bullshit Backyard Ultra in Lenoxville, PA is a Last Person Standing race where runners repeat a loop each hour until one remains. Daytime farm trails and a night field and road loop create a gritty, unforgettable test.

Run a festive 5K through vineyards and orchards at Three Brothers Spiked Apple in Geneva. Enjoy cider, a cider donut, a finisher medal and free finish line photos in a family friendly event open to all ages.

Join the flat 19th Annual Susquehanna Warrior Trail 5K on April 4, 2026 in Shickshinny PA along a scenic river trail, perfect for runners and walkers. Register early for a souvenir T shirt, awards, lunch and photos with the Easter Bunny.

English's Ridge Rumble returns April 18, 2026 at Green Lakes State Park with 50 km, 20 mile and 10 mile options on scenic but challenging trails. Expect varied surfaces, technical sections, open fields, and about 1,300 ft of climbing.

Climb rugged single track through streams and sweeping vistas at the Hyner View Trail Challenge, featuring a punchy 25K and a gutsy 50K with big vertical and technical terrain. Fields are limited, registration opens in May.

Run the scenic cross country trails at Crystal Lake Outdoor Center's 10th Annual Trail Race on May 9. Choose a 5k or 25k and help support trail maintenance and center operations as proceeds benefit the nonprofit.

Tackle rugged trails and big climbs at the Miller Mountain Trail Challenge in Tunkhannock, PA. Choose from a challenging 25k or a shorter 5 mile course and soak in scenic mountain views while testing your trail legs.

Join the inaugural Loop the Lemur at Ross Park Zoo with 6 hour, 2 hour, and 1 hour events plus a kids fun run around a scenic 0.8 mile loop. Finishers get custom shirts and medals and proceeds support lemur conservation.