Upland Hills Trail Run

The Upland Hills School Trail Runs will take place on May 16th, 2026 beginning at 9:30AM.

Come join us for our annual 1 Miler, 5K and 10K Trail runs through Upland Hills School Campus. Upland Hills Farm and Bald Mountain State Recreation Area. All ages and fitness levels are welcome! 

Eastside Racing Company will be providing Timing Services and live results!

Students at Upland Hills School (K-8) are actively involved in the planning and creation of the Trail Runs and will be participating.  This is one of our largest fundraisers each year.  Our students are incredibly excited to run, come join our GOATS Upland Hills Cross Country team and students and race the trails.

Many experienced runners have shared that our race is one of the most challenging and beautiful trail runs in the area.  We look forward to meeting you at Upland Hills Farm.

Price Increases

On April 5th, 2026 all races registrations will increase in price.  T-shirts have limited availability.

New Group Pricing!

Any person who signs up a group of 10 or more runners earns a free entry into any race and discounted pricing for their group!  Please contact uhsfunrun@gmail.com for more information.

Awards and Giveaways

Each participant will receive a student-made medal and a commemorative t-shirt.  Child Registrations will include two tickets for our End-of-Race Raffle, and each Adult Registration will receive three tickets for our End-of-Race Raffle.  Bibs, T-shirts and tickets can be picked up before the start of the races at the Registration Tables on the east side of the Picnic Shelter.

Planning your Run

• The Farm gates will open at 8:30am. Trails Runs start promptly at:  10K - 9:30 AM, 5K - 9:40 AM, 1 Mile- 9:50 AM.

• Free parking, bathrooms, free snacks and water will be available on site.

• Each participant will receive a medal as they cross the finish line. With an opportunity to customize your medal at the end.

• The farm is open for exploring and food when you are not running! (Until noon).  The Raffle will be held at the end of the Race.

• Food will be available to purchase from our sponsors. (TBA)

• Please see our FAQ page for more info.

End-Of-Race Raffle

Our community donates creative and fun items for our End-of-Race Raffle for all age groups. Please contact us if you would like to donate a raffle item.  Each participant will receive complimentary tickets for the raffle, additional tickets available for $10 each when you register or at the Race Registration Table.

EXAMPLES of 2025 Raffle Items - 2026 item TBA

• Water Warrior Island Beach Basket and Family 5 Pack Entry Tickets! 

• Game Night Basket ($75 Value)

• Kids Summer Fun Basket ($150 Value)

• 8 Weeks of UHS School Snacks and Lunches ($500 value)

• 2 Wireless Bluetooth Speakers

• Starbucks coffee/mugs/gift card  (~$100 value)

• Youth League Registrations at Basketball America ($150 value each)

• Dog Care Gift Basket from The Pinkham Family ($133+ value)

• Crochet Goodies Gift Basket from the Pinkham Family ($100 Value)

• Dr. Ryan & the Still Waters Osteopathy Team - New Patient Premiere Intake ($1200 Value)

• Dr. Ryan & the Still Waters Osteopathy Team - Pediatric Intake (up to an $800 value)

• Dr. Ryan & the Still Waters Osteopathy Team - Pregnancy Peace Package (includes a prenatal and postnatal appointment for mom and an appointment for baby - a $750 value)

• One complimentary entry into any Move-It Fitness Running Event (move-itfitness.com)

If you are interested in sponsoring our Trail Run Fundraiser, please contact us for more information!

• When and where does Packet Pick-Up take place?  Packet Pick-Up will be at Upland Hills Farm. by the large barn on Saturday, May 17th, starting at 8AM. 

• Can someone else pick up my packet?  Yes, someone else can pick up your packet. They will need to provide the participant's name or Bib number for identification.

• Where do I park when I get to the Trail Run?  Enter Upland Hills Farm off of Lake George Road and follow the road to the parking field.  There will be other cars lined up there.  Please do not drive onto the farm proper, there will be people in the area. 

• Can we bring our pets?  No, the farm does not allow pets on their property.  You will get a chance to meet several farm animals while on the farm.

• Can we practice the Trail Run?  No, UH Farm is private property,  You are welcome to explore the Bald Mountain State Park Trails.  Some of the trails can be quite challenging!

• What should I bring to the UHS Trail Run?  Yourself, comfortable clothing and shoes, and your phone.  We suggest bug spray and sun block and some money for food if desired. Some of the race will be in the direct sun and the bugs are always present!  Always do a tick check when you are done on the trails. 

• Do I get a finisher medal for completing the Trail Run? Yes, the first 150 registered finishers of all the Trail Run will receive a unique student-made finisher medal.

• Do you have age group awards?  Yes, we will present male and female age group awards by event in the following categories:

  1 Mile and 5K
  0-8
  9-12
  13-19
  20-29
  30-39
  40-49
  50-59
  60-69
  70 & Up

  10K
  10-12
  13-19
  20-29
  30-39
  40-49
  50-59
  60-69
  70 & Up

• What are the start times?  The start times are as follows:

  9:00AM - 10K Trail Run

  9:10AM - 5k Trail Run

  9:20AM - 1 Mile Trail Run

• Can I walk the 5K course?  Yes, walkers are welcome to participate. All walkers must start at the back of the starting coral.

• Are runners timed?  Yes, for the 2024 Run we will be manually timing all three runs.  We will record your time as you cross the finish line, once you cross please enter the chute in the order you crossed the line and form a single line.  We will record your bib number at the end of the chute line.  The software will combine the numbers to create the finishers lists.  Your finish time will be available on this site after the Run. 

• Will there be backup timing?  Yes, we will have a camera recording the Finish Line and Clock, as well as collecting tags from each bib in the chute.

• Will food and water be available before the Run? Yes, we will have some free snacks, soda and water available in the big barn next to the Registration Desk. 

• Will food and water be available after the Run?  Yes, there will be a food available for purchase from The UHS Kitchen.

• What if it rains?  The UHS Trail Run will go forward rain or shine, but if conditions are deemed to be too dangerous to safely operate the run, that decision will be communicated to all registered runners as soon as possible.

• When does the course close? The course will close at 12:00pm.

• How does the Raffle work?  Each adult will receive 3 raffle tickets with their registration and each child 1 raffle ticket.  The Raffle items will be displayed by the Big Barn. You will place your raffle ticket into the bag in front the item you wish to win.  We will draw a winner for each item at the end of the Run. 

• Can I purchase additional raffle tickets?  Yes, additional tickets can be bought when you register, from the UHS front office or at the Trail Run.

• What items are in the Raffle?  Please see the main website page.  We will keep our list of items updated there.

• Can I volunteer for the UHS Trail Run?  Yes, please contact us at uhsfunrun@gmail.com

• Who do I contact for sponsorship information?  Please contact us at uhsfunrun@gmail.com

• Who do I contact with questions about the Trail Run?  For any questions regarding the UHS Trail Run, please contact us at uhsfunrun@gmail.com

• What happens to the proceeds from the UHS Trail Run? Proceeds from UHS Trail Run will go towards school programs, including our sports and arts programs.