Bi-State Challenge
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Bi-State Challenge - June 6 and 7, 2026
The Bi-State Challenge is a two day set of USATF sanctioned races held in New Jersey and New York. Full marathons at both venues are USATF certified. Each venue uses multi-lap loop courses with a single aid station located at the finish line offering hydration and nourishment.
Saddle River County Park, Rochelle Park, NJ : USATF Certificate #NJ20023JLW
- Half Marathon 6 full laps plus 1.1 miles
- Full Marathon 13 full laps plus 0.2 miles
- 5K 1 full lap plus 1.1 miles
One full lap is about 2 miles. The course is flat and paved with views of the Saddle River. The Lotz Lane entrance is closed; enter via Railroad Avenue. The start, aid station, and bib pick-up are about 400 meters north of the first parking lot and 200 meters north of the second parking lot.
Rockland Lake State Park, Valley Cottage, NY (Parking Lot #5) : USATF Certificate #NY21001JRG
- Half Marathon 4 full laps plus 1.36 miles
- Full Marathon 8 full laps plus 2.72 miles
- 5K 1 full lap plus 0.16 miles
One full lap is 2.935 miles. The course is flat and paved with views of Rockland Lake. Enter the park via the south entrance on Lake Road. The aid station and bib pick-up are located near the entrance; the starting line sits about 0.25 miles north of that point. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
