Ontario Summit Trail Races

Ontario Summit Trail Races are held in Naples, New York, on September 12, 2026, in the Finger Lakes region. Two trail formats are offered: a half marathon (13.1 miles) starting at 9:00 AM and a 5-mile race (8 km) starting at 10:00 AM.

Both distances are approachable, which makes this a good event for road runners trying trails for the first time or for trail regulars who want a September race without ultra-level training. The 5-mile is short enough to run hard and still enjoy the rest of the day, while the half marathon rewards a 10- to 12-week build with a weekly long run on hills and some practice on rocky or rooty footing. With the word summit in the name, expect climbing to feature and plan to hike steep pitches rather than burn out on them.