The Knickerbocker Mile

Events

$27.50 incl. $2.50 Fee 10/11 8:00AM EDT - 11:00AM EDT Price increases after August 10, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

$27.50 incl. $2.50 Fee Registration ends October 19, 2025 at 6:00pm EDT

$0 10/11 7:45AM EDT - 7:55AM EDT Registration ends October 11, 2025 at 11:59am EDT

Place

Enter Rockland Lake State Park from Route 9W via the South Entrance. Park in Field #4 and make your way to the start area near the toll booth at the park entrance.

Description

Lace up for the first-ever Knickerbocker Mile, hosted by Rockland Road Runners on October 11 at scenic Rockland Lake State Park! This flat, fast one-mile course is perfect for personal bests. All ages and abilities are welcome. Proceeds support the return of the Knickerbocker Ice Festival in 2026. Be part of Rockland County running history while celebrating community and athleticism. Whether you’re racing or cheering, it’s a morning of fun, competition, and connection. Don’t miss this unforgettable event—register now and take part in something special!

All registrants will receive a long-sleeve race shirt. Prizes will be given for the top three in each division, in 10-year increments.

The race will be run in heats, similar to NYRR's Fifth Avenue Mile, between 8:00 and 11:00 AM. There will be a Kid's Fun Run shortly before the main competition.

Race Contact Info

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Course

The race starts near the tollbooth at the south entrance and proceeds north along the flat Knickerbocker Road to finish at Parking Field #6.

Directions

Enter Rockland Lake State Park from Route 9W via the South Entrance. Park in Field #4 and make your way to the start area near the toll booth at the park entrance.