Trail Running calendar near Tioga 2025-2026

Take on the Dirt Cheap Stage Race, a three day trail series at Mendon Ponds Park Nov 7 to 9, 2025. Pick one, two or all three stages from a short time trial to an 11 mile epic and enjoy post race food and finisher swag.

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.

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 Gratitude Run on Nov 27 and 28, 2025 in Rush NY for family friendly 5K, 1 mile, kids dash and virtual options with proceeds supporting the Sunshine Camp. Chip timing, long sleeve shirts and post race food on scenic trails.

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.

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.

Medved Madness Trail Races at Mendon Ponds Park offer long and short courses plus a Kids K on scenic spring trails. Participants receive a gender specific tech shirt and are invited to a lively barbecue to celebrate the day.

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.

Take on the rugged Sehgahunda Trail Marathon and relays at Letchworth State Park on May 16 with the Vale of Three Falls races on May 17. Expect technical singletrack, big climbs, handmade finisher medals and a true trail weekend.

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.

Run the Vale of Three Falls at Letchworth State Park on May 17, 2026 with 5K, 10K or 15K routes that follow a scenic service road overlooking the Genesee River. Expect rugged terrain, big hills and post race refreshments.