The Witching Hours 3/6/12/24H

Race Overview

The idea for The Witching Hours was born on the Long Island trails, during shared miles and endless conversations among three friends. We lost one of those friends this year, and we are committed to honoring her by carrying forward the same spirit that inspired the race from the beginning.

Welcoming Environment

For us, that means creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive space for trail runners of all backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you’re chasing a new distance PR, trying your first trail event, or simply looking for a day in the woods with good people and good food, you’ll have a place at The Witching Hours.

Race Details

The race takes place on the trails of Manorville Hills, part of the Paumanok Path and one of Long Island’s most distinctive and expansive trail systems. With 3-, 6-, 12-, and 24-hour options, The Witching Hours invites runners and hikers to move at their own pace along a 5K loop featuring pine-lined woods, soft, needle-covered paths, and rolling hills.

The course is runnable and beginner-friendly, while approximately 270 feet of elevation gain per loop provides enough of a challenge to keep experienced trail runners engaged.

What to Expect

• Course: A 5k loop with ~270 ft gain, winding through pines and rolling hills.
• Support: 1 well-stocked aid station with lots of tasty treats at start/finish of loop.
• Post-Race: Enjoy a post-race meal.
• Community: Come-as-you-are community vibes - walkers, newbies, and experienced runners are all welcome.

• Choice of shirt size and finisher medals guaranteed for everyone who signs up by 9/26. After that it will be on a first come first serve basis.

• A large covered area will be provided for runners to leave their belongings, no individual tents allowed.

Training Runs

We will be hosting 2 training runs on the course- 10/24 and 11/7 at 8am. For more info follow us on Facebook and Instagram @outthererunningcompany.

Course Information

For course info, visit: Course Map.

Registration Information

Early bird pricing available until 8/15!

Charity and Assistance

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference. To learn more go to ligreenbelt.org.

To volunteer, on the top menu please click More > Volunteer and sign up for your shift there!

If you or someone you know is struggling financially and needs assistance with the cost of the race, please reach out to us.

Join Us

See you in the woods!

For more information, visit the race page: The Witching Hours Race Page.