Trail Running Calendar New Jersey 2026-2027

Run the historic 34-mile Lenape Trail from Newark to Millburn, traversing 18 parks. Choose to go solo or as a relay team, with full support including aid stations and shuttles. This charity event supports MissionCleanWater's work to provide..

A roughly 5-mile single-track trail race at Chimney Rock Park on March 28, 2026, featuring rocky single track, stream crossings, course marshals, a water stop passed twice, age-group awards, and a post-race pizza party.

Experience a technical trail race at Chimney Rock Park featuring rocks, roots, and stream crossings. This established five mile event concludes with a community pizza party and awards for various age categories.

Run through the scenic cross country trails of Central Park of Morris County. Enjoy a mixed terrain course followed by a custom finisher medal and a delicious empanada at the finish line.

Experience a clockwise loop race at South Mountain Reservation featuring timed options from one to six hours. This event offers a 1.88 mile course consisting of single track paths and fire roads for all distance preferences.

Run or walk the scenic trails at Institute Woods. This 6K event offers a shorter 3K option for walkers and is limited to 200 participants. Post run refreshments await all finishers.

A 5K cross-country run at New Jersey's first farm brewery. The course winds through the scenic grounds of Screamin' Hill Brewery. All finishers get a coaster medal, and the after-party includes live music and a food truck.

Experience a complete Trifecta weekend at Vernon Peak with obstacle courses ranging from 5K to 50K. Test your grit on northern New Jersey mountain terrain featuring vertical climbs and over 60 obstacles for the elite Ultra distance.

Experience miles of rhododendron tunnels and marsh bridges in Highland Lakes. Choose from four race distances ranging from a half marathon to 100K across gravel roads and single track trails.

A scenic and classic spring run for athletes aged 30+. Choose between the 10K and 5K distances on a mostly flat loop course through woods and around Birchwood Lake in Mountain Lakes. Be prepared for varied surfaces including paths, trails,..

Join the Your Story Matters Falcon 5K in Oak Ridge for a scenic trail run or a vibrant Youth Color Run. Support mental health awareness while enjoying a day of community activities and local giveaways.

The XC Summer Series offers weekly Tuesday evening 5K cross country races in Parsippany's Central Park. The thirteen race series welcomes all ages and abilities, with chip timing and post race refreshments. Participants can register for the..

The first annual Lawrence Hopewell Trail 5K supports a 20-mile community trail. The race course passes by two lakes and the historic Hunt House. A non-competitive one-mile Fun Run is also offered for all paces.

Experience a scenic 5k trail run at Parvin State Park featuring State Police unit displays and a flyover. Support student scholarships and troopers in need while enjoying a day of community and outdoor activity.

A weekly cross country series offering thirteen 5K races on Tuesday nights from April to July. The event takes place at Central Park in Parsippany and is open to all ages and abilities. Participants can register for the full series or pay f..

Experience a premier endurance event at the Sussex County Fairgrounds featuring a certified one mile flat loop. Choose from various timed challenges or distance races with full kitchen access and on site shower facilities.

Run the scenic trails of Voorhees State Park in New Jersey. The event features a 50k with five laps and 4500ft of gain, plus a 10k option. All finishers get a custom medal, and the 50k is a UTMB Index Race.

SMR Mayapple Trail Runs The SMR Mayapple Trail Runs are held in the South Mountain Reservation in Essex County, New Jersey. The event includes several trail race distances: 50 miles, 50K (approximately 31 miles), 20 miles, 10 miles, 5 miles..

About the Event C'mon Armageddon is a trail running event held in the mountains of northern New Jersey. The event features three distances: 50K, 10 Miler, and 5 Miler. The courses are designed to traverse difficult and technical terrain, in..

A weekly cross country series offering thirteen 5K races on Tuesday nights from April to July. The event takes place at Central Park in Parsippany and is open to all ages and abilities. Participants can register for the full series or pay f..