The first 6 miles...
The first half mile is around a grass field onto the Long Path. The next half mile is a somewhat technical section with some rocks and roots, but once that is complete, the remaining portion is on easier terrain with a mile incline between 1.5-2.5m.

The remaining 7+ miles
The second half of the course is a bit more difficult and technical than the first. Be prepared for mud and muck, rocks and roots, and fun!

The course is beautiful. If you will be in shape to complete the 'full' half marathon distance, we recommend that you run it.

Run at an ARE event before?
The HGH & SS take place within Thacher Park. This is a more technical type of trail than Schodack Island State Park and Peebles Island. It is similar to Plotterkill and some of the rooty sections of Five Rivers Environmental Center.

Elevation Chart for the Hairy Gorilla Half Marathon and Squirrelly Six Mile (First 6m are the same for both races.)