Valley Nature Run - 16th Annual 2026

Description

A Road & Trail Run that is roughly 4.4 miles long. In the past, the course was 4 miles, in 2023 we decided to add the trails around the beautiful Webster Pond to give the runners a better idea where donations are being used. This was a hu ge hit making course 4.4 miles!

Presented by the Syracuse Track Club. We have partnered with the Webster Duck pond and proceeds from the race will help support the Webster Duck pond. Your support of this race, helps us support other great organizations in the Valley!

Are you a middle or high school runner and looking for a check of your summer training? Age based pricing for anyone 10 to 18 years old, only $15 for the race. Must pre register by the Friday before race day!

COURSE: The Run will start & finish at Meachem Field located on W. Seneca Tpke. Syracuse, NY. You will head south on Salina, right onto Dorwin, right onto Valley Drive, and then enter the trails of Rand Tract at the Methodist Church, coming out of the trail onto Chaffee which you will take all the way back to Clary Middle School and Meachem Field. We now include a loop along Webster pond as well.

RACE INFO: Online registration only. No cash or paper accepted. Packet pickup will open at 7:30 a.m. on the morning of August 15th. Run starts at 9:00 a.m.

Packet Pickup: 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday August 14th at Gannon's Ice Cream in the Valley, 1525 Valley Drive, Syracuse, NY 13207

If you can't run, but still want to participate by becoming a volunteer, fill out this google form below.

Valley Nature Volunteer Signup