Fire Tower Trail Races
Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Cross River, NY
- Reservation Road, 10518
- Type
- TRAIL
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At a glance
A challenging trail run through scenic overlooks and unique rock features, supporting the historic Fire Tower's restoration and accessibility.
- Scenic
- For a Cause
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- For a Cause
Explore the scenic trails of Ward Pound Ridge Reservation at the Fire Tower Trail Races. Choose between a challenging half marathon or a spirited 10k, both leading you past the historic fire tower currently undergoing reconstruction. The half marathon offers breathtaking views from Spy Rock, Raven Rocks, and Leatherman Overlook, along with unique rock features. Your participation supports the 'Friends of the Fire Tower' in enhancing public accessibility and educational initiatives for this cherished landmark.
What to expect
- Navigate challenging trail courses through Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.
- Pass by the historic Fire Tower summit, currently under reconstruction.
- Experience stunning views from multiple overlooks and unique rock formations.
Standout details
- Supports Fire Tower restoration
- Scenic overlooks and rock features
- Challenging trail courses
- Benefits park education
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 10K
Sun, Jun 7, 9:00 AM EDT · From $45.00
Opens Mar 30, 2026, 10:17 AM EDT · Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
- 13.1 Miles
Sun, Jun 7, 8:00 AM EDT · From $70.00
Opens Mar 30, 2026, 10:17 AM EDT · Closes Jun 6, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT
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From the organizer
The Fire Tower Trail Half Marathon and 10k Race are set for Sunday June 7, 2026 at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River, NY.
The race celebrates the return of the historic fire tower to its former spot atop the Cross River Mountain in Pound Ridge.
Both the half marathon and the 10k course pass by the summit where the fire tower is currently being reconstructed by the county parks department.
The half marathon circumnavigates the park trails, hitting all of three the overlooks (Spy Rock, Raven Rocks, and the Leatherman Overlook) and rock features * highlighed on the trail map. The 10k is shorter but still a challenge to the top of the park.
More details about the race and course including course maps are available at the website.
We are raising money for the "Friends of the Fire Tower" as we put on this race -- and continuing afterwards. The Friends group is part of the Westchester Parks Foundation , a 501c3 non-profit.
The fundraising will be used for projects enhancing the accessibility of the tower to the public as well as education about the park and the historic land that it sits on. There will be opportunities for larger donations to support educational signage, canopy viewscape mapping signage, and benches at the base among other things.
We hope you can come out to run the race , volunteer , and donate to support the Friends of the Fire Tower as we support the opening and continued enhancement of the Fire Tower experience at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.
....Rob & Ciorsdan, Race directors
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*rock features on the Rock Trail include: Raven Rocks, Castle Rock, Spy Rock, Bear Rock, Dancing Rock, and Indian Rock Shelter
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