
From the Organizer
The Summer Solstice Run is an amazing 8.6-mile run on the Minnewaska State Park Preserve's unpaved but well-groomed carriage paths. Run by pristine glacial lakes and summit the highest point on Shawangunk Ridge while enjoying spectacular cliffside views. The race is on Wednesday evening, June 24. The race features chip timing, a commemorative gift for all finishers, and overall awards and awards for the top three in all standard 10-year age groups, handcrafted by Chris Regan. Plentiful refreshments for all. The park charges a $10 per-car, not per-person, parking fee. Please carpool to save money and parking spots. Commemorative towels to all finishers.
Details:
8.6 miles, all unpaved carriage trails
Commemorative towels for all finishers
The race is limited to the first 250 entrants.
Bib pickup begins at 5 pm. Race time 6:30 pm
Parking: Carpooling is highly encouraged. Vehicles arriving with a single occupant will park at the lower Awosting parking lot one mile from the
$upper parking. Vehicles with two or more occupants will be allowed to park up top.
Start area: Cliffhouse Picnic area on the east side of the lake, less than 400m from the upper parking.
Entry fee: $25
Shawangunk Runners Club Members: $20
Awards: Top 3 overall and top 3 in all standard 10-year age groups
Post-race refreshments
Note: There are no refunds or deferrals.
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Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run
Jun 24, 2026