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Black River Trail 5K

$38.10 incl. $3.10 Fee 9:30AM EDT - 10:45AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Black River Trail 10K

$48.70 incl. $3.70 Fee 10:15AM EDT - 11:45AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Black River Trail 15K (Combo)

$59.30 incl. $4.30 Fee 9:30AM EDT - 11:45AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

BRT Ruck 5K

$38.10 incl. $3.10 Fee 9:00AM EDT - 10:30AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

BRT Ruck 10K

$48.70 incl. $3.70 Fee 10:15AM EDT - 11:45AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Black River Trail 5K (Virtual)

$45.52 incl. $3.52 Fee Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Black River Trail 10K (Virtual)

$56.12 incl. $4.12 Fee Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Black River Trail 15K (Virtual)

$56.12 incl. $4.12 Fee Price increases after December 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EST

Place

28035 NY-3
Watertown, NY US 13601

Description

The 4th annual Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K) promises to be a fun packed Saturday (May 10, 2025) with the running events held along the beautiful fully paved Black River Trail on the outskirts of Watertown, NY. Join us at the nearby Garland City Brewery (321 Howk St, Watertown, NY 13601) after the race where they will be offering beer specials. 

Chose between the 5K, 10K or 15K Combo or put on your ruck vest and power through either the 5K or 10K. 

Awards for Overall male/female, Masters overall male/female as well as age group winners. Ruck Division will require min of 20lb carry. If we get enough Rucking participation we will break up this category into a <199lb and a 200lb> separate Class.

Once again, this year's Black River Trail event will benefit the Volunteer Transportation Center, a not for profit who's mission is to provide transportation to health, wellness and critical needs destinations utilizing volunteers and mobility management for anyone who has barriers to transportation. We love them as they do great and necessary work within the Greater Watertown community. 

CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE

The Black River Trail is smooth, flat, and well maintained making it ideal for a fast pace running event. It has numerous scenic views and overlooks the Black River as you move along the paved trail. All 3 race events will start on the Eastern Entrance of the Trail at the intersection of Rutland St./Route 3 in the Village of Black River. Listed below  are  the  course  maps  for  the  5K  and  10K.  For  those  running  the  15K  you  will  run  both  the  5K and  10K  courses.

 

10K COURSE MAP

5K COURSE MAP



PACKET PICKUPS

Date/Time: May 9th; 5:00PM - 7:00PM

Location TBD

Date/Times: May 10th (one hour prior to start of event)

At the Race Site- entrance to Black River Trail (.3 mi east of the Black River Drive-in)

Rutland Street (Rt. 3)
Watertown, NY 13601

 

GIVEAWAY

The Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K) is a fun, swag-filled day of running, giveaways, awards, and free post-race food & drink. Get in on the experience!

Included with every registration:

  • Custom Race T-Shirt
  • Official Black River Trail Race bib
  • Custom 2025 Finisher Medal
  • Free Parking
  • Post-race party at nearby restaurant/bar- Garland City Brewery

 

PARKING

Free Parking

Black River Drive-In, 28035 NY-3 within walking distance of the Start area. 

POST RACE PARTY AND AWARDS CEREMONY

Join us for a fun filled post race celebration at Garland City Beer Works,  321 Howk St, Watertown, NY 13601. There will be beer/food specials for all of our participants. 

Race Contact Info

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Discount Hotel Option

Coming from out of town?  We have discounted rooms available at Fairfield Inn and Suites in Watertown.

https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1711025450811&key=GRP&app=resvlink

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