The Ride for Mental Health
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (June 27, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Ride for Mental Health is an endurance cycling event held on June 26, 2027, on the scenic country roads around New Paltz, New York. Supported routes come in several options to suit every level, from easy rides to tough loops with climbs and varied terrain: 100 miles (160.9 km), 50 miles (80.5 km), 25 miles (40.2 km) and 14 miles (22.5 km). The lineup also includes the Raile Trail Family, a 14-mile (22.5 km) trail option.
Participants can ride over several days, and a range of lodging options is available. The event supports McLean Hospital, raising funds for mental illness education, research and treatment. A virtual option lets people take part and fundraise remotely.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around New Paltz.
Rock The Ridge 50-Mile Endurance Challenge
May 1, 2027 · New Paltz, NY · 0 mi away
50 mi
Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson
May 2, 2027 · Highland, NY · 7 mi away
26.2 mi · 13.1 mi · 6.2 mi · 3.1 mi
Fleet Feet Howl at the Moon Night Run
Jan 31, 2027 · Poughkeepsie, NY · 9 mi away
3.1 mi
Baker's Dozen Half Marathon
Apr 18, 2027 · Wawarsing, NY · 9 mi away
13.1 mi
5K Esopus Fire Department Run/Walk
May 15, 2027 · Esopus, NY · 9 mi away
3.1 mi
Kiwanis Kingston Classic
Apr 25, 2027 · Kingston, NY · 13 mi away
6.2 mi · 3.1 mi · 1.5 mi