Palisades Half Marathon + 6K Trail Run

EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

We have made the difficult decision to cancel the Palisades Half Marathon + 6K Trail Run scheduled for Sunday 9/27 due to dangerous weather conditions. The Palisades Interstate Park has been closed due to extreme storm conditions and we are not able or willing to produce an event that could be unsafe for participants, volunteers, or staff.

We are very disappointed that the race cannot go on as scheduled, our small team has worked for months to make this event special for participants and we are truly sad to see it cancelled. Per registration waivers, we cannot offer refunds or deferrals because we have already paid vendors and purchased supplies for the event.

As an alternative to full cancellation, we are offering a rain date alternative on Saturday, October 3. Because of reduced staff and capacity, the event will be scaled down to a single 10k course from 9am-12pm. The event start/finish line will be moved at Ross Dock Picnic Area. in the Palisades Interstate Park. All participants will receive bibs/t-shirts (if you haven’t picked them up already) as well as a medal.

If you cannot join us on October 3rd, it is possible for you to transfer your bib to a friend or family member. In addition to the steps outlined in the link, if you already picked up your bib, you will need to hand off your bib to the runner.

More details on the course, parking, and shuttle buses will be announced next week.

Just a reminder: The Palisades Half Marathon is a public program of the Palisades Parks Conservancy, a small environmental nonprofit dedicated to stewarding 29 parks state parks in the Hudson Valley. Thank you for understanding.

2026 RACE DETAILS

The Palisades Half Marathon and Trail Run are back for 2026! Both races will take place on Sunday, September 27th. Registration for both the Palisades Half Marathon and 6K Trail Run are now open.

Both races start and finish at Fort Lee Historic Park. The newly updated USATF certified Half Marathon course includes 13.1 paved miles with stunning views and over 1430 ft of elevation gain along the Palisades ridge. The new 6K Trail Run descends to the Shore Trail along the Hudson River, and climbs up the cliffs through tunnels and rugged crags, before connecting to the Long Path.

Registration for either race includes a free t-shirt and finish medal. All proceeds benefit the Palisades Parks Conservancy and the network of 29 state parks and historic sites that we serve, from the GW Bridge to the Catskill Mountains.

DETAILED COURSE MAPS

Detailed Course Maps: Half Marathon | 6K Trail Run

GETTING TO THE START LINE

BY CAR:

Please note that there is no parking for runners inside Fort Lee Historic Park. The following parking options are available on a first-come-first-serve basis:

• Primary Parking Locations:
  • Hudson Lights Parking Garage: 15 minute walk from the Start/Finish Area.
  • Fort Lee Municipal Garage & Lot at 231 Main Street: 20 minute walk to the Start/Finish Line.

• Additional Parking Options:
  • Fort Lee Municipal Lot at 95 Main Street
  • Fort Lee Municipal Lot at 1622 Gerome Avenue
  • Metered street parking is available throughout Fort Lee.

Parking fees are estimated to be between $10 and $20 dollars for the full race day. The race is using externally run parking lots: prices may vary. If you are concerned about parking, we highly recommend carpooling, taking the shuttle, free bicycle valet, or a rideshare.

BY RIDESHARE:

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