Raven Events

The Raven Rocks 10k Trail Run

The Raven Rocks 10k Trail Run is BACK for NOVEMBER 8, 2026! Woo hoo!

• Event Highlights: 100k Raven Challenge with new activities!
• Sign Up: Choose one event or do both for a discount!
• Shirts Available: Long-sleeved cotton or short-sleeved tech fabric shirts.
• Support: Proceeds benefit Friends of Trailside Museum and Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.

Event Information

Join us for the ELEVENTH running of the Raven Rocks Run, a challenging 10k trail run at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River, NY.

• Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 starting at 9am. (Final approval pending county permit.)
• Course Start: The race starts near the fallen oak tree.
• Course Details: The course climbs to the highest points in the park before a mostly downhill finish.
• Course Map: Visit the Course Map for specifics.

Raven 100k Challenge

The Raven 100k Challenge is simple: first, register for the challenge. Then run, hike, or walk 100k during the month of November 1st - 30th, 2026.

• Registration: You can register as late as November 15 for the challenge.
• Distance: Complete an average of around 3k per day or 25k (15 miles) per week.
• Completion Reward: Earn a wooden finisher medallion upon completion.
• Support: Proceeds support the Friends of Trailside Museum and Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.

Bonus Achievements

Unlock several bonus achievement badges while completing the challenge:

• Raven Badge: Run 10k on the Raven Rocks Run course.
• Ultra Raven Badge: Run 5x 10k on the Raven Rocks Run course.
• Flock Badge: Run 10x 10k on the Raven Rocks Run course.
• Photographer Badge: Take a selfie at the Raven Rocks Overlook.

HALFWAY (50K) Bonus Search

For participants who opt-in, we will send GPS coordinates to a hidden challenge surprise in the park after you pass the 50 kilometer mark on your Raven 100k Challenge.

• Unique Location: Everyone will receive different coordinates.
• Difficulty: You can request a harder or easier location.
• Complete Instructions: Provided via GPS challenge confirmation email.
• Find Your Surprise: Let us know when you discover your halfway bonus!

Registration Link

For more details and to sign up, visit the race page: Raven Rocks Run Registration.