New Jersey
New Jersey Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in New Jersey for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 81 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in New Jersey below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Test your endurance at Autumn Lake Winery with a unique hourly 5 km challenge. Choose from 6, 12, or 24 hour individual and relay events across trails and vineyards in Williamstown.
A community cross-country 5K in Haddonfield on October 17, 2026 with pre-race packet pickup, onsite registration options, entrant T-shirts, awards by overall and age groups, and accommodations for visually impaired participants.
A non competitive winter running series of six loops totaling 66 miles along the Delaware River in NJ and PA from October 2026 to February 2027. Limited to 100 registrants, includes aid stations and a handmade finisher award.
Loop-based races at Livingston Memorial Oval include timed runs, a marathon, a half marathon, and a Last Person Standing event on 0.44-mile laps.
A third annual 5K run or walk at Joe Palaia Park in Ocean Township raising funds for outdoor recreation improvements, with medals and age group awards.
A Halloween themed chip timed 5K at Stokelan Estate Winery in Medford, NJ with event swag, a wine pour, and a volunteer run option.
Trail races at Hillside Park, Andover NJ on October 18, 2026, offering an 8 mile, a 5K and a kids fun run, with proceeds funding free digital mammograms.
Community 5K and short fun run at Fenton Lane Park on October 18, 2026 supporting local charities with race shirts, awards, refreshments, and post race festivities.
Halloween themed races at Glasstown Brewing Company include 10K, 5K and a Beer Mile with a post race party, costume contest, and brewery prizes.
Trail race at Jungle Habitat in West Milford NJ offering 13.2 miles, 6.6 miles and 3.4 miles loops on single track with notable climbs and cupless aid stations.
BLUE 5K RUN in Woodland Park supports children with Autism and families; the mostly trail 5K at Garret mountain features vendors and medals for special needs children.
Trail races at Parvin State Park offer a half marathon and a 6 hour lap event on a mostly trail lollipop loop. The event is cupless and uses an aid station at the start and finish.
A costume 5K and 1 mile fun run through the woods of Poricy Park on October 24 2026 raising funds for 180 Turning Lives Around.
A hilly 5K trail race on 10/25/2026 at The Barnyard Sanctuary in New Jersey that passes pastures and rescued farm animal enclosures with proceeds to the sanctuary.
USATF New Jersey 8K Cross Country Championship at Natirar Park in Peapack, NJ on October 25, 2026 with open and youth 8K divisions and published entry fees.
Faith centered Pro Life 5K at Central Park of Morris Plains raising funds for the Saint John Paul II Respect Life Ministry, now a professionally timed cross country course.
November 2026
A scenic 5K at Laurita Winery in New Egypt with chip timing, awards and post-race music, wine and food trucks; proceeds support Mary's by the Sea.
Timed 6, 12 and 24 hour solo and relay running formats on a 4 miles loop at Rooted Acres NJ with on-site camping and amenities.
Run a scenic 5K or 8K trail course through Unionville Vineyards followed by a post race celebration featuring live music and a glass of wine.