Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon
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Paine to Pain Trail Half-Marathon
The Paine to Pain Trail half-marathon is a single-loop trail race in lower Westchester County, New York, that passes through five different parks. The course keeps runners on a variety of natural surfaces—about 90% on dirt, rocks, and roots—and largely in the shade of the woods. Runners do not repeat the same trail twice and the route includes roughly 950 feet of vertical gain, finishing at the same elevation as the start.
The event is chip-timed and runners begin in multiple waves to reduce trail congestion. There is a 3-hour course limit measured from the start of the final wave. The race is semi-supported with three water and aid stations located at about Miles 4, 7.5, and 11; medical support is available at stations and at the finish. Toilets are provided at the start, Mile 7.5, and the finish.
Registration for 2027 opens in spring 2027 and follows tiered pricing with listed early and later rates; there is no race-day in-person registration. Members of the local running club and military veterans receive a discount during specified registration windows. Packet pickup is available in advance at a local running store or on race morning at the Thomas Paine Cottage staging area; a bag drop near the start transports bags to the finish.
Headphones and dogs are not permitted on the course. Awards include engraved tankards for overall top three and age-group awards by chip time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
