Trail-5k

Malta 2k, 3k & 5k Trail Race - October 22th 2023

Come run with us!

The Malta 5k Trail Race course begin at the soccer fields and quickly enters some of the best maintained trails in the area at 100 Acre Woods.

Most of the course is covered in stone dust and 6' wide. Other sections are on soft ground that feels like you are immersed in nature. This course is for everyone that loves to run or hike on trails with beautiful scenery the whole way! #Malta5kTrailRace

Volunteers from Roundabout Runners Club maintain these trails. 100% of proceeds from the event go to activities that support the club efforts to keep these trails in great shape!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at Malta5kTrailRace@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

When does the race start?

8:30am = 2k race start

9:00am = 3k race start

9:30am = 5k race start

Where is Packet Pickup?

Packet Pickup will take place the morning of the event, between Parking & and the Finish line. Please arrive in time to retrieve your bib and warm up.

Where is the starting/finish line & parking?

You can park at Luther Forest Athletic Fields, 30 Rocket Way, Malta, NY.

The START / FINISH lines will both be at the soccer fields for spectators to conveniently support.

How much is donated to the 501c3?

100% of proceeds go to the local kids/adult running club to afford resources(gravel/equipment/materials) to keep these trail in a great condition for Cross Country running groups. Club members volunteer their time and resources to upgrade these trails and are organize this event. The Race Director nor committee receive financial compensation.

Are there awards?

2k & 3k kids run will have ribbons for all participants and recognition for top finishers.

5k race will provide awards for overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd place finishers for men and women categories.

The 5k will also recognize the following age group top finishers 10-14 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69- 70-79 80+

Award ceremony will commence 1 hour after the 5k begins at 10:30am

Is this a certified Course?

No. This is not a certified, but we did our best to measure the distance and adjusted the finish line to be as close to 5k as possible

Do I get anything besides a beautiful run in the forest?

The thrill of running through the woods with fellow trail runners is amazing. There will be a homemade finishers medals for all finishers. For the first time, running caps will be given to each participate this year!

Can I run with a stroller?

The path is wide enough for strollers, but we are not allowing strollers during this event due to safety concerns on the trail. There are steep ridges, water bars and hills that are not conducive to pushing a stroller. A strong stroller pusher attempted it on a practice run and swore he would never do it again.

Can I run with my dog?

The park does allow pets in general, but for this event we want to ensure all participants feel safe where there are ridges and hill climbs. We will follow the Road Runners Club of America policy not allow dogs to be run with participants during this race. https://www.rrca.org/education/event-directors/headphones-stroller-and-pet-guidelines/

Where will be the race results be posted?

Results will be uploaded to the this website and the Facebook/Instagram accounts when available.

2022 Overall Results

2022 Male/Female Separated Results

2022 Age Group Results

2021 Overall Results

2021 Age Group Results

Will there any race photos provided?

The following are available pictures:

2022 Trail Photos by AprilNewman Photography

2022 Finish line and podium photos

2021 Trail Photos by AprilNewman Photography