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Pond Fest Winter Trail Run

Chenango Forks, United States • 17 Jan 2026

Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs and Snowshoe Race

The Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs and Snowshoe Race takes place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Chenango Valley State Park, Chenango Forks, NY. The event includes multiple race options:

  • 50k
  • 20k
  • 10k
  • Kids Run

Course and race format

All adult races use the same start/finish line and follow a 10k loop. Participants may complete the loop once, twice, or up to five times to reach their chosen distance. Races are self-supported while out on the course, and aid is provided near the start/finish between loops. Aid offerings at the start/finish include water, an electrolyte drink, and typical ultra aid station fare. The event accommodates both running and snowshoeing through park trails.

Festival context and other details

The trail races are part of the Binghamton Pond Festival weekend. The festival features outdoor hockey events that use mechanical refrigeration for the ice surface and a 220'x110' ice sheet, plus spectators and food trucks near the race start/finish area. The Pond Festival is described as a community winter event that has grown into a month-long series, and proceeds from festival events are donated to local nonprofit organizations that support youth, education, and sport programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New York Chenango Forks

Race information

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50 km
50k at Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs
20 km
20k at Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs
10 km
10k at Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs
Kids Run at Pond Fest Winter Trail Runs
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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