Phoenix River Rat 10K Run

Join us for a historic 10K Road Race along the Oswego River starting in Phoenix NY.  This race had a huge following in the mid 80's through early 90's, and we'll stick with the original course.  It's flat, fast, and beautiful as it runs along the Oswego River for the entire loop course.  You'll start at North Island at Lock 1 and immediately cross the Oswego River on the Phoenix Bridge.  You'll then run north on Pendergast Road, glimpsing the river between open fields, woods, and homes along the way.  At the half way point you'll turn right to make a second crossing of at the single lane Hinmansville Bridge, which was built in 1915.  A short jaunt through the woods on a packed dirt road will connect you to River Road to run back into the village of Phoenix and a finish at Lock 1.  This is a great course for first-time 10K runners or fast 10K runners looking to post a PR.  It would also be a great prep race for your fall half marathon or marathon.  The race will be professionally timed by Falcon Timing.  An email with packet pick up and race day logistics will be sent to all participants 2 weeks prior to the race.

Packet Pick Up:

Fleet Feet, Clay Store, Friday August 21, 2026 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM

Phoenix Community Building, Saturday August 22, 2026 from 7 AM - 7:45 AM (Culvert Street)

Raffle tickets will be available for purchase toward gift baskets full of generous donated goods and gift cards from local area businesses and artisans.  All funds go directly to the Schroeppel Historical Society.

Post race festivities, awards, and gift basket drawings will be at Henley Park on the Oswego River at 9:45 AM post-race.  Runners can look forward to a slice of pizza from sponsor Independent Pizza, a little something sweet from Jennerations Bakery, and more!  

Earlybird registration just $40 through April 14, 2026!  Race fee will increase to $45 on April 15th, and $50 three weeks prior to the race.  T-shirts not guaranteed after August 7th.

Funds raised will go toward supporting the Schroeppel Historical Society.  For information about sponsorship opportunities, please review our sponsor information page and contact Kim at [email protected].

Unfortunately, due to insurance regulations, dogs and strollers are not allowed on the race course.  

USATF Sanctioned Event