The ORC/Ashokan Rail Trail 8 Miler
- Date Sun 16th August 2026
- Location Kingston, New York
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting ORC/Ashokan Rail Trail 8 Miler on Sunday, August 16, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Ashokan Reservoir in Ulster County, this annual event promises a vibrant atmosphere and a scenic route along a well-groomed unpaved carriage path. The race kicks off at 8 am from the Woodstock Dike Trailhead in West Hurley, NY, and with a limited capacity of just 100 participants, it's a great opportunity to enjoy a competitive yet friendly environment.
Participants will have the chance to vie for awards, including prizes for the overall top male and female finishers, as well as recognition for the top three in each standard age group. The first 100 registrants will also receive a special commemorative item. With free parking available but limited, carpooling is encouraged to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic running community and experience the beauty of the Ashokan Rail Trail!
Participants will have the chance to vie for awards, including prizes for the overall top male and female finishers, as well as recognition for the top three in each standard age group. The first 100 registrants will also receive a special commemorative item. With free parking available but limited, carpooling is encouraged to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic running community and experience the beauty of the Ashokan Rail Trail!
Organiser's Description
This is the fifth year of the Ashokan Rail Trail (ART) 8-Mile Run, which is run entirely on a well-groomed unpaved carriage path paralleling the beautiful Ashokan Reservoir in Ulster County. The race starts and finishes at the Woodstock Dike Trailhead of the ART in West Hurley, NY.
Parking (free) is limited, so we have a cap of 100 participants, and carpooling is strongly urged/needed.
There will be awards for the first man and woman overall, the top 3 in all standard age groups, and a commemorative item for the first 100 registrants.
The race starts at 8 am to beat the heat, and packet pickup begins at 7 am.
Parking (free) is limited, so we have a cap of 100 participants, and carpooling is strongly urged/needed.
There will be awards for the first man and woman overall, the top 3 in all standard age groups, and a commemorative item for the first 100 registrants.
The race starts at 8 am to beat the heat, and packet pickup begins at 7 am.
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