UPCOMING RACES
FOR THE BEGINNER TO THE EXPERT
Not Quite A Spring Fling
Its almost March, so its kinda spring, kinda snowy. It’s just a weird time of year. But no better time than to put a race on your calendar so you’re prepared for that early spring PR or you’re holding yourself to your New Years Resolution! A party in the woods, for all your adventure loving friends!
Resolution Revival
Resolution Revival -2023 is here! How you going to face it? Come try something new for a healthier, more adventurous you. A trail race for those who are looking to revive what they started in 2022, want to hold themselves accountable early or just want to experience something new!
Winter Race 1 2022
Winter Race One is around the corner and we are happy to put this race on to benefit Girls on the Run. An organization that works to build confidence, kindness and instill emotional and physical well being in all girls. Distances will include 5K, 6M and 12M.
Resiliency Run
We are teaming up with Reps for Responders (nonprofit 501c3) for the first annual Resiliency Run! As a small company that has strong personal connection with mental health advocacy and our first responders , we are happy to be raising funds and miles in the name of our close friend Sabrina Ferrara. There will be three distance options - 13.1M, 10K, and 5K - to encourage as many people as possible to join us for a stellar day on the trails!
Sundown Trail Run
Course Description
An exciting new adventure for all runners- Night Racing! A one loop four or six mile course, through all the varied terrain that the woodlands of Northern NJ has to offer. Gravel road, single track, hills, mud puddles and more! We encourage you to bring your sense of spirit and experience the trails at sunset and under the light of the moon.
You MUST have a headlamp in order to participate in this event.
1/22 - 2/17 : $35 4 Mile/ $40 6 Mile
2/18- Registration Close : $40 4 Mile/ $45 6 Mile
Race Night Registration will be an additional $10
Winter Race 5 2022
COURSE DESCRIPTION
One last winter race before you start hitting those Spring PR’s. This race will have you prepared for anything!
Right outside New York City the Alpine Scout Camp provides miles of diverse and technical trails for novice and veteran runners alike—including both wide and single-track trails, some vertical climbing, gravel, mud puddles and more. With varied natural terrain a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails and a great new challenge. We encourage everyone to come out and try something new!
Race distances include 4 mile, 6 mile, and 12 mile.
We are asking that you please be prepared with a face covering on race day in case state guidelines have changed.
Winter Race 4 2022
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Do you already have a snowy PR? Or are you looking to finally get one? Then this race is for you!
Tucked in the woodlands of the Palisades, the Alpine Scout Camp provides miles of diverse and technical trails for novice and veteran runners alike— both wide and single-track trails, hills, gravel, some stream crossings and more. With varied natural terrain a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails and a fun new challenge!
Because there is a chance of snow we have added new courses with distances of 5K, 5 miles, and 10 miles.
While it is not required to have one at this time, we are asking that you please be prepared with a face covering on race day in case state guidelines change.
Winter Race 3 2022
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The New Year will be here so come start it with us for a healthier, more adventurous you! (After one day of recovery of course)
Whether running the trails is a new challenge or a past time you just want to keep through 2022, we encourage you to bring friends, and family so you can all get started off on the right foot! Hosted at our favorite venue, the Alpine Scout Camp these courses may have some snow and variable terrain this time of year, but we think that adds to the fun.
Race distances include 4 mile, 6 mile, and 12 mile- for any returning racers, it will be different than what you expect!
While not required to wear one outside at this time, we are asking that you please be prepared with a face covering on race day, in case guidelines have changed.
Winter Race 2 2021
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Alpine Scout Camp, tucked away in northern New Jersey, is an oasis of pristine trails. The natural variety of terrain makes this course perfect for first time trail runners and veterans alike. These courses include both wide and single-track trails, hills, gravel, mud puddles and because this is a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails.
Race distances include our tried and true 4 mile, 6 mile, and 12 mile courses.
While it is not necessary at this time, please have a face covering prepared in case state guidelines change.
Winter Race 1 2021
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Alpine Scout Camp, tucked away in northern New Jersey, is an oasis of pristine trails. The natural variety of terrain makes this course perfect for first time trail runners and veterans alike. These courses include both wide and single-track trails, hills, gravel, mud puddles and because this is a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails.
Race distances include 5K, 5 mile, and 10 mile.
In the spirit of the giving season, this race is being hosted in conjunction with The Runner's House of River Vale NJ. For every race mile run and completed $1 will be donated to a local food bank. We are proud to be working with such a supportive local business and highly recommend them to assist in all your running needs!
While it is not necessary at this time, please have a face covering prepared in case state guidelines change.
Summer Run Around
Course Description
Run alone or bring your friends and run part of the race in teams of 2 or 4. This race is 25K and meant for having a good time!
Wide and single track trails with a few hills, a fast road finish and varied terrain— this course is pristine and meant for rookie and veteran athletes alike. Tucked in the woodlands of Northern NJ only a couple exits north of the GW Bridge, Alpine Scout Camp is conveniently located for all.
Race prices are $60 for Solo runners, $80 for a team of two and, $120 for a team of four.
Stride Into Summer Benefit Race
Course Description
Valley Trail Series is hosting Stride Into Summer as a race to benefit the Demarest Nature Center! As a company that strongly values the trails we are thrilled to be able to support DNC so that we can continue to preserve, protect and educate the community about the nature and trails that mean so much to us and to our overall well- being.
Demarest Nature Center is comprised of 55 protected wooded acres in suburban NJ; making both distances fast and flat. We are encouraging all new trail runners to come out and try your first trail race and welcoming all our veteran runners to strive for a new PR. The course is mainly single track with some naturally expected rocks and roots so please remember to pick up your feet as you run.
We are aiming to keep our race as safe as possible so that we can keep hosting them in person. Therefore we ask that you please have a mask for the start and finish lines and maintain social distancing guidelines as regulated by the state.
Race prices for the 5K and 5 mile are $30 and $35 respectively and will increase to $35 and $40 on May 16th. Race day registration will be available if there are still open spots.
Winter Race 5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Tucked in the woodlands of the Palisades, the Alpine Scout Camp provides miles of diverse and technical trails for novice and veteran runners alike—including a fast road finish, both wide and single-track trails, hills, gravel, mud puddles and more. With varied natural terrain a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails.
Race distances include 4 mile, 6 mile, and 12 mile.
We are asking that you please have a face covering on race day to wear when appropriate.
REGISTRATION
Winter Race 4
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Tucked in the woodlands of the Palisades, the Alpine Scout Camp provides miles of diverse and technical trails for novice and veteran runners alike—including a fast road finish, both wide and single-track trails, hills, gravel, mud puddles and more. With varied natural terrain a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails.
Race distances include 4 miles, 6 miles, and 12 miles.
We are asking that you please have a face covering on race day to wear when appropriate.
REGISTRATION
Winter Race 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Tucked in the woodlands of the Palisades, the Alpine Scout Camp provides miles of diverse and technical trails for novice and veteran runners alike—including a fast road finish, both wide and single-track trails, hills, gravel, mud puddles and more. With varied natural terrain a winter race allows for some good lookout points along these trails.
Race distances include 4 mile, 6 mile, and 12 mile.
We are asking that you please have a face covering with you on race day, to wear when appropriate.
REGISTRATION
Winter Race 2
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Tenafly Nature Center, tucked away in northern New Jersey, is an oasis of pristine trails—perfect to run a winter trail race. Flat, fast and run-able for those new and old to trail racing.
As with any trail race there is a level of technicality with slightly more than the usual rocks, roots, and other “tripables.” Be on the lookout for signs and trail directions on course.
Race distances include 5K, 5 mile, and 10 mile.
We are asking that you please have a face covering on race day to wear when appropriate.
REGISTRATION
Winter Race 1
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Tenafly Nature Center, tucked away in northern New Jersey, is an oasis of pristine trails—perfect to run a winter trail race. Flat, fast and run-able for those new and old to trail racing.
As with any trail race there is a level of technicality with slightly more than the usual rocks, roots, and other “tripables.” Be on the lookout for signs and trail directions on course.
Race distances include 5K, 5 mile, and 10 mile.
We are asking that you please have a face covering on race day to wear when appropriate.
REGISTRATION
Our races vary in length from 5K to 12+ miles and are designed for YOU, whether you’re just starting out or have been running trails for years.