Black River Trail 15K
Watertown, United States • 2 May 2026
Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K)
The event takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, along the fully paved Black River Trail on the outskirts of Watertown, New York. In-person running races, ruck divisions, and virtual race options are offered; virtual entries may be completed any time between May 1 and May 31 at a location of the participant's choosing.
Distances and options include:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K Combo (5K followed by a 10K)
- Ruck 5K (minimum 20 lb vest)
- Ruck 10K (minimum 20 lb vest)
- Virtual 5K, 10K, 15K (May 1 to May 31)
The 15K Combo is completed by running a 5K and then a 10K in sequence; one finisher medal is included with the combo entry. Ruck divisions require a minimum 20 pound weighted vest.
Awards are listed for overall male and female, Masters overall male and female, and age group winners. The event benefits the Volunteer Transportation Center, a nonprofit that provides transportation to health, wellness, and critical needs destinations using volunteers and mobility management for people with barriers to transportation.
The venue is on the Black River Trail near Watertown, NY; a nearby local point of interest is Garland City Brewery at 321 Howk St, Watertown. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.