Big Bear SquaTCh South

Big Bear SquaTCh South

Big Bear SquaTCh South is a trail half marathon and 10K on October 18, 2026 in Harriman State Park, Tuxedo, New York. The event is presented by Sassquad Trail Running and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. Distances offered:

• 13.1M (half marathon)
• 10K

Capacity is capped at 175 participants. The event has sold out in recent years.

Course and logistics

Both courses are single-loop, technical trail routes with rocks, roots, steep climbs and descents, and a short scramble. Elevation gain is approximately 2,200 ft for the half marathon and about 1,200 ft for the 10K. There is a 5 hour time cutoff for both events; the half marathon includes two on-course cutoffs and requires maintaining roughly a 23-minute per mile pace to meet them. GPX files and course maps are provided.

Aid stations and support

The half marathon has two aid stations: Victory Aid Station at about mile 4.7 (water, bananas, granola bars) and Johnsontown Road Aid Station at about mile 9.5 (water, Skratch, pb&j, granola bars, fruit, gluten-free chips and Oreos). The 10K uses an out-and-back to Johnsontown Road Aid Station at about mile 2.5. Each aid station has a first aid kit; there is an AED at Squatch HQ.

Facilities, rules and gear

Start/finish is at Powerhouse Park (Tuxedo commuter lot - $3 parking). Portajohns and private changing tents are available at Squatch HQ, which also offers family-friendly games. Dogs are not allowed. Pacers or guides are permitted only for participants over 60 and athletes with disabilities. Required gear includes a charged cell phone, water, whistle, and a GPX course file; half marathoners must also carry at least 200 calories. Refunds are not offered; limited deferral options are available under stated conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.