Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 18 Gurney Lane, Queensbury, NY
- Distance
- 5 Mile Trail Run
From the Organizer
5 mile trail run on the beautiful Gurney Lane Trails. Lots of single track and ups and downs.
About this Event
The11th annual Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race will take place on Saturday August 1nd at 9AM. This is a great course and will showcase many of the Gurney Lane Trails. There will be lots of single track and ups and downs. All proceeds from the race will go to Under the Woods Foundation supporting children with Autism. There will be music and awards for top finishers and 10 year age group winners. Come out and enjoy the Gurney Lane Park and all it has to offer. Free admission to the pool for all racers. Bring the family and the kids can swim and play on the playground while you race.
Start/Finish
The race will start and finish just below the pavilion at Gurney Lane. This will be a chip timed race.
Registration and Packet Pickup
Online registration will remain open until Friday August 1st at 5 PM. Race day registration and late registration will be open at 7:00 am at the Pavilion. Race day registration will remain open until 8:45. T-Shirt to the first 75 registered.
Post-Race Celebration
Join us after the race for a post-race celebration including food, snacks, refreshments, music, and awards ceremony!
Age Group & Awards
Male and Female overall awards Age group awards by 10-year age group categories
Parking
There is plenty of parking in and around the Gurney Lane Park
Contact Information
For additional information on the race or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Bob Underwood at Underdog Race Timing. 518-796-5908
Timing and Finish line Services
Gun start/Chip Finish timing provided by Underdog Race Timing. Results will be available immediately after the race at: www.underdogtiming.com
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Glens Falls Farm.
Host City
About Queensbury, NY
Elevation
464 ft
Nearest Airport
RUT
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport · 39 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 18 Gurney Lane, Queensbury, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race?
- Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race is a running race held in Queensbury, New York on August 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Queensbury, New York at 18 Gurney Lane, Queensbury, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Churney Gurney 5 Mile Trail Race
Aug 1, 2026