Squatchywaska Mountainfest
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About the race
Squatchywaska Mountainfest is a trail running event in Ellenville, New York on April 24, 2027, that uses trails on the Shawangunk Ridge and Minnewaska State Preserve. The race starts and finishes at Berme Road Park and is capped at 150 participants across both distances.
- 25K - closer to 17 miles, about 2,500 ft elevation gain
- 10 Miler - 10 miles, about 1,800 ft elevation gain
Both courses are true mountain routes with sustained climbing, steep descents, rock slabs, roots, and sections requiring scrambling. Each route mixes technical singletrack with roughly 3+ miles of crushed gravel carriage roads. The course is marked with neon pink ribbon and large directional arrows. There is a six hour cutoff for both events; the 25K has two on-course cutoffs. Two on-course aid stations provide water, Skratch, and snacks; aid stations are not crew-accessible. Crew access is available only at Squatch HQ (start/finish). Portable toilets, including one ADA unit, are at Squatch HQ.
All participants are required to carry a charged phone, water, at least 200 extra calories, a whistle, and a GPX course file. Pacers or guides are allowed for athletes over 60 and athletes with disabilities with prior registration. The event supports Run Wild, Inc., includes a bib, swag, a finisher medal, and awards for top finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
