Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run
- Date
- June 24, 2026
- Distance
- Summer Solstice Run · Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run (Club Members)
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.
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mohonk Lake, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kerhonkson, NY
Elevation
373 ft
Nearest Airport
SWF
New York Stewart International Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
ALB
Albany International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run
- Date
- June 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run?
- Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run is a running race held in Kerhonkson, New York on June 24, 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 Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run?
- Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in Kerhonkson, New York at Minnewaska State Park Preserve Kerhonkson, NY 12446, Kerhonkson, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run
Jun 24, 2026