The Running Kind and Sassquad Trail Running are bringing you a brand new mountain running series: Mountain Madness. This series combines four events, two from each brand. Those that join the fun and run all four events throughout 2026 will have a true taste of Northeast trail running & will earn a commemorative item.
series races
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April 4th 2026 | Half Marathon & 10K
Sassquad and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference are proud to present the 5th rendition of the Harriman Big Bear SquaTCh North at Harriman State Park in Bear Mountain, New York! Join us on Saturday April 4, 2026 for this mountain 10K/13.1M Trail Party! This event WILL sell-out before race day so register early to avoid being added to the waitlist!
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May 17th 2026 | 50K, 10 Mile & 5 Mile
C'mon Armageddon is designed to test runners through some of the most difficult, technical terrain on the East Coast. Located in northern NJ, these mountains will provide the home for the toughest race we offer. The course will take runners through boulder fields, river crossings and up mountain peaks to some of the best views in the state, including the New York City skyline!
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August 16th 2026 | 25K & 8K
Climb It For Climate is returning to the Catskill Mountains at Belleayre Resort! Sitting just under 3500ft, this formidable mountain offers epic views of the stunning Catskill High Peaks around every turn. Runners participating will have the option of a 25K or an 8K. Both the 25K & 8K are open to hikers! Donations being collected through registration & raffle for The Catskill Center.
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October 18th 2026 | Half Marathon & 10K
Sassquad Trail Running and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference are proud to present the Big Bear SquaTch South at Harriman State Park in Tuxedo, New York on Sunday October 18, 2026. All runners and hikers will experience non-stop trail beauty through Harriman State Park! Your race registration is directly helping the Trail Conference maintain and protect these trails. (The capitalized "TC" in SquaTCh stands for "Trail Conference"!!) This event WILL sell-out before race day so register early to avoid being added to the waitlist!