Big Bear SquaTCh South

Event Overview

The Big Bear SquaTCh South is a trail running event taking place in Harriman State Park in Tuxedo, New York. It features two main distances and a special entry option.

Distances

• Half Marathon (approximately 13.1 miles)
• 10K (approximately 6.2 miles)
• Hardship Entry (an option for those experiencing financial hardship)

Course Details

The course is a single loop through Harriman State Park. The Half Marathon has over 2,200 feet of cumulative elevation gain, with about 1,000 feet in the first four miles. The 10K has over 1,200 feet of elevation gain. Both routes are described as very technical, with rocks, roots, steep climbs, and a short scramble. The event is timed for potential peak fall foliage in the Hudson Valley.

Event Information

The start and finish location is Powerhouse Park at 57 Powerhouse Lane, Tuxedo, NY. There is a parking fee for the nearby commuter lot. The Tuxedo train station is across the street from the start/finish area. There are cut-off times for aid stations and the finish line. The finish line cutoff for both events is 3:00 PM, allowing 5 hours to complete the course. A portion of race registration fees helps support the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, which maintains trails in the region. This event is part of the Mountain Madness Series, a separate challenge involving multiple mountain races.

Participant Information

Participants receive a swag item of their choice, such as a buff, hat, travel mug, or beach towel. The event has specific policies: participants over age 60 and athletes with disabilities are allowed a pacer, while dogs are not permitted on the course. The organizer notes they do not recommend the event for children under 16, but offer youth discounts and family registration codes. Discounts are available for active duty military, veterans, hospital workers, teachers, individuals over 60, and members of partner organizations like the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. The event also partners with the Trail Mix Fund, a nonprofit that can waive registration fees for eligible individuals from under-served, under-resourced, or under-represented communities. The organizer does not offer refunds but has deferral policies for injuries, pregnancy, adoption, postpartum recovery, and community care situations related to immigration safety concerns. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.