Race art by Kaitlin Brito
Sunday, September 27, 2026
The Palisades Half Marathon and Trail Run are back for 2026! Both races will take place on Sunday, September 27th. Registration for both the Palisades Half Marathon and 6K Trail Run are now open.
Both races start and finish at Fort Lee Historic Park. The newly updated USATF certified Half Marathon course includes 13.1 paved miles with stunning views and over 1430 ft of elevation gain along the Palisades ridge. The 6K Trail Run course descends to the Shore Trail along the Hudson River, and climbs up the cliffs through tunnels and rugged crags, before connecting to the Long Path.
Car parking will be available with information details forthcoming. Regular shuttle services between uptown Manhattan and Fort Lee, NJ will be ongoing before and throughout the event, with free bicycle parking and bag check on site as well.
Registering for either race includes a free t-shirt and finish medal. All proceeds benefit the Palisades Parks Conservancy and the network of 29 state parks and historic sites that we serve, from the GW Bridge to the Catskill Mountains.
The Palisades Parks Half Marathon is part of the USATF Grand Prix and the points awards are 500/700 Wildcard Points. The 6K Trail Run is not part of the Grand Prix.
BIB PICK-UP
Advanced Pickup Options:
Tuesday, September 22 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM @Fort Lee Historic Park
Packets Include:
Bib and US grown cotton t-shirt
Energy gel and gummies
Printed course maps, and your bib number will be entered in a raffle to win a free Nuataaq water bottle
Thursday, September 24 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM @Fleet Feet Columbus Circle
Packets Include:Bib and US grown cotton t-shirt
Energy gel and gummies
Printed course maps, your bib number will be entered in a raffle to win a free Nuataaq water bottle
A discount at Fleet Feet when you pick up your bib and shirt
NOTE: IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND YOURSELF, SOMEONE ELSE CAN PICK UP ON YOUR BEHALF BY PRESENTING YOUR FORWARDED RACE REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAIL. ALL ADVANCED PICK-UP PERKS ARE STILL INCLUDED!
Day-of Bib & T-shirt Pick up
Sunday, September 27 from 6:45 AM at the Start Festival @Fort Lee Historic Park
Half Marathon participants must be in line by 7:30 AM
Trail Run participants must be in line by 8:00 AM
If you get in line after the times indicated above, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to receive your bib and participate in the races on time
We strongly encourage participants to arrive on the earlier side to avoid long lines!
Please note that if you pick up your bib the morning of the race, YOU WILL NOT receive your shirt until after the race.
If you are already registered for the race, you should have received an email with a form to indicate which pickup you will be attending. Please reach out to race@palisadesparks.org if you did not receive an email.
Sign up to Volunteer
We are actively recruiting volunteers for race day. Our volunteer crews help the race run smoothly by supporting check-in, running water stations, and providing guidance along the course. If you can commit to volunteering on race day, please fill out this volunteer form.
Reach out to race@palisadesparks.org with any questions.
Sponsors
Prize Sponsors
Event Partners
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All registration fees for this race are put directly toward the Palisades Parks Conservancy nonprofit's work of protecting, preserving, and enhancing the Palisades Parks. At this time, we cannot offer refunds or deferrals. We understand that injuries, emergencies, and obligations can come up. If you cannot attend the race, you may reach out to race@palisadesparks.org to transfer your registration to another person who can run in your place.The event will go on rain or shine, in the event of extreme inclement weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the race will be canceled and all registration fees will be converted to donations to support the Palisades Parks preservation work. We appreciate your understanding and your contributions to our small organization!
Please get in touch if you are interested in sponsorship opportunities.
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