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When
Sunday, November 15th, 2026
Where
Brookhaven State Park, Wading River NY
Distances
Half
Typical weather
39–52°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
35–50°F
rain
2024
37–55°F
dry
2023
34–50°F
dry
2022
34–47°F
rain
2021
38–47°F
dry
2020
35–62°F
rain
2019
31–51°F
dry
2018
30–37°F
rain
2017
39–47°F
dry
2016
48–59°F
rain
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39°F at the start.
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About this race
RACE DAY REGISTRATION OPENS UP ON SITE @ 7:30 SUNDAY MORNING! JUST LOOKS FOR THE BIG RED TENT. CASH OR CARD.
WE HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF EXTRA SHIRTS IN POPULAR SIZES, AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME BASIS .
"BROOKHAVEN TRAIL HALF MARATHON and 5 MILE"
This course consists of a variety of trail conditions to enjoy and challenge you. From single-track to fire trails, sandy sections to hidden ponds and all through some of the most pristine and protected woodlands in Suffolk County. The BROOKHAVEN TRAIL HALF MARATHON begins near the entrance to the park (off William Floyd Parkway) and continues through beautiful Brookhaven State Park.
BOTH RACES START at 9:00am!
HALF MARATHON AWARDS:
Half Marathon - $150 Cash Prize to the Top Male and Female Winners!
Awards to the Top three male and female finishers overall
Top three (3) males and females in the following age groups:
NEWLY EXPANDED AGE GROUPS!!!
14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
AMENITIES:
High Quality Dry-fit Long Sleeve t-shirts for pre-registered participants only (by November 4th at Midnight)
*All Half-Marathoners receive a custom wood finisher medal!
*5 Milers eligible for Age Group awards!
Post-race refreshments
Post-race awards ceremony
FEES:
Half Marathon: $70 by 11/14, $80 Day-of
5 Miler: $35 by 11/14, $40 day-of
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