The Summer Solstice Run is an amazing 8.6-mile run on the Minnewaska State Park Preserve's unpaved but well-groomed carriage paths. Run by pristine glacial lakes and summit the highest point on Shawangunk Ridge while enjoying spectacular cliffside views. The race is on Wednesday evening, June 24. The race features chip timing, a commemorative gift for all finishers, and overall awards and awards for the top three in all standard 10-year age groups, handcrafted by Chris Regan. Plentiful refreshments for all. The park charges a $10 per-car, not per-person, parking fee. Please carpool to save money and parking spots. Commemorative towels to all finishers. Details: 8.6 miles, all unpaved carriage trails Commemorative towels for all finishers The race is limited to the first 250 entrants. Bib pickup begins at 5 pm. Race time 6:30 pm Parking: Carpooling is highly encouraged. Vehicles arriving with a single occupant will park at the lower Awosting parking lot one mile from the $upper parking.
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Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Run 2026 — Kerhonkson, NY
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 24.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Kerhonkson, NY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
