Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon
Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon: a celebrated trail race through Westchester's scenic parks.
Race Date
Oct 11, 2026
Location
New Rochelle, NY
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Location
- New Rochelle, New York
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + Claim your NewRo Club Membership!
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,680
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon offers a unique journey through the wooded trails of five Westchester County parks. This event has carved out a reputation as a premier trail race, drawing participants from across approximately 16 states.
With a median field size of around 647 finishers and a growing trend, the race fosters a sense of community and shared challenge. A notable 37% of participants are repeat runners, underscoring the event's enduring appeal and the loyalty it inspires among trail enthusiasts.
This well-established race, now in its fourth edition, provides a rewarding experience for those seeking a scenic and engaging trail running adventure.
Race-provided description
The premier trail half marathon this side of the Mississippi! (This is true. Read the reviews.)
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
1 Broadview Av, New Rochelle, NY, 10804
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Park
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout704 years running
~647 finishers a year
growing or steady
37% returning runners
4 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 16 states
winner 1:17:10
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,680 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
2,680
Median time
2:11:51
Latest turnout
663
States
25
Turnout by year
2021–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon?
The Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon is held on Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in New Rochelle, New York.
What distances does the Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus Claim your NewRo Club Membership!.
Is the Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,680 runners who have completed the Paine to Pain Trail Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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