No, the course consists entirely of wide, groomed carriage roads with no pavement.

Yes, the races are walk-friendly and offer generous cutoff times for participants of all paces.

Where does the race start and finish?

The race starts and finishes at Rockwood Hall in the Rockefeller State Preserve, located near Route 9 in Sleepy Hollow.

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Pocantico Hills Races

Saturday, November 7, 2026Tarrytown, NYHalf Marathon – Marathon

Experience the beauty of the Hudson Valley with the Pocantico Hills Races, held entirely within the historic Rockefeller State Preserve. Runners will traverse wide, groomed carriage roads that wind through lush forests, past peaceful lakes, and over charming stone bridges. The course offers a true escape from the city, featuring no pavement and no cars, just pure trail bliss. Both the half-marathon and marathon distances are single-loop adventures that showcase the park's signature sights, including grazing livestock and historic stone walls. With sweeping views of the Hudson River and the Palisades, the scenery is breathtaking at every turn. These races are designed to be inclusive, welcoming runners of all paces with generous cutoff times.