Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K)
The 5th annual Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K) promises to be a fun packed Saturday (May 2, 2026) with the running events held along the beautiful fully paved Black River Trail on the outskirts of Watertown, NY. Join us at the nearby Garland City Brewery (321 Howk St, Watertown, NY 13601) after the race.
Choose between the 5K, 10K or 15K Combo or put on your ruck vest and power through either the 5K or 10K. Awards for Overall male/female, Masters overall male/female as well as age group winners. Ruck Division will require min of 20lb carry. If we get enough Rucking participation we will break up this category into a <199lb and a 200lb> separate Class.
Once again, this year's Black River Trail event will benefit the Volunteer Transportation Center, a not for profit who's mission is to provide transportation to health, wellness and critical needs destinations utilizing volunteers and mobility management for anyone who has barriers to transportation. We love them as they do great and necessary work within the Greater Watertown community.
CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE
The Black River Trail is smooth, flat, and well maintained making it ideal for a fast pace running event. It has numerous scenic views and overlooks the Black River as you move along the paved trail. All 3 race events will start on the Eastern Entrance of the Trail at the intersection of Rutland St./Route 3 in the Village of Black River.
- 5K COURSE MAP
- 10K COURSE MAP
For those running the 15K you will run both the 5K and 10K courses.
PACKET PICKUPS
- Date/Time: May 9th; 5:00PM - 7:00PM Dicks Sporting Goods, 21809 Towne Center Dr, Watertown, NY 13601
- Date/Times: May 10th, packet pick starts at 8:00AM At the Race Site- entrance to Black River Trail (.3 mi east of the Black River Drive-in) Rutland Street (Rt. 3) Watertown, NY 13601
GIVEAWAY
The Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K) is a fun, swag-filled day of running, giveaways, awards, and free post-race food & drink. Get in on the experience! Included with every registration:
- Custom Race T-Shirt
- Official Black River Trail Race bib
- Custom 2025 Finisher Medal
- Free Parking
- Post-race party at nearby restaurant/bar- Garland City Brewery
PARKING
Free Parking Black River Drive-In, 28035 NY-3 within walking distance of the Start area.
AWARDS & POST RACE PARTY
The awards will be at the race start/finish. Join us for a fun filled post race celebration at Garland City Beer Works , 321 Howk St, Watertown, NY 13601. There will be beer/food specials for all of our participants.
