Trail Running Calendar New Jersey 2024-2025

The Squatchy Surprise is a unique trail running event taking place in South Mountain Reservation, West Orange, New Jersey. Participants will draw colored golf balls to determine which trail loop they will run. There are four different loops, and a black golf ball allows the runner to choose any loop..

The Loopy Looper is an exciting running event held at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken Township, NJ, featuring a fast and flat 3.75-mile loop course with scenic views of the Philadelphia skyline. Participants can choose from various race formats, including 100-mile, 24-hour, and 12-hour individual an..

The MCW Westfield Ultra is an annual running event held at Tamaques Park in Westfield, NJ, featuring various race durations: 3, 6, 9, 12, and 24 hours. Participants aim to complete as many loops as possible on a .8-mile course, with options for both pavement and gravel. The event promotes community ..

The Thunder Chicken Squatch is an exciting trail race taking place at Stokes State Forest in Branchville, NJ. Participants can choose between a 10K and a 17-mile course, designed for runners and hikers of all ages and abilities. The event honors military personnel by offering a 50% discount on entri..

The Horseshoe Bend Boogie is a trail running event held in Frenchtown, NJ, featuring a 50K and a 5-mile race. The 50K course is designed to be hiker-friendly, with a 10-hour cut-off time, and includes a mix of single-track trails, fields, and a rail trail along the Delaware River, featuring minimal ..

The Interstate 17 Trail Run in Closter, NJ, is a challenging 17-mile race featuring rugged, technical trails with over 5000 feet of elevation change. Participants run a four-mile loop four times, including a mile out-and-back on a closed road for safety. The course includes steep descents, rock scra..

The TPK Debauchery is a challenging trail race held at the Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation in Stanhope, NJ, featuring multiple distances: 100K, 50K, 25K, and a 25K Rucking division. The race consists of a looped course with significant elevation gain, requiring participants to complete multiple loop..

The Fallapple event in South Orange, NJ, offers a variety of race distances including a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50K, and 50M. The course, set in South Mountain Reservation, features a mix of fire roads, single track trails, hills, and some pavement, providing a diverse and enjoyable runnin..

The Mountain Lakes Trail Run & Walk is a fundraising event benefiting the Friends of Princeton Open Space, taking place at the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve. Participants can choose between a 5K+ trail run and a 3K walk, featuring a mix of paved trails and natural terrain. The event p..

The Wild Goose Trail Festival, held at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ, offers a variety of running events from September 21-22, 2024, including distances of 100 miles, 100K, 50 miles, 50K, half marathon, 10K, and a 1-mile kids run. Participants can enjoy generous cut-offs, beautiful trails, and ..

The "Run the Vineyards - White Horse 10k/5k" is an exciting running event held at the scenic White Horse Winery in Hammonton, NJ. Celebrating its sixth year, participants can choose between a 10K, 5K, or a 1-mile walk, all set against a picturesque vineyard backdrop. The event features chip-timed ra..

The City Invincible Track Ultra is an exciting 12 and 24-hour running event held at a new track facility in Camden, NJ, featuring stunning views of the Ben Franklin Bridge and Philadelphia skyline. This USATF certified race offers a unique track venue for ultra runners, with a fully stocked aid stat..

The Lost Brook Trail Race, held in Tenafly, NJ, features a challenging course through the scenic Lost Brook Preserve, characterized by natural terrain, rocks, roots, and ancient boulders. Participants can choose between a 10-mile and a 5-mile race, both designed to be runnable while offering a fun e..

The NJ Trail Series One Day event features a variety of timed races, including 72, 48, 24, 12, and 6-hour options, as well as marathon and 50K distances, all held at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. The course is a certified flat loop of one mile, suitable for runners of all levels. Participants can e..

The Chimney Rock Trail Series 10k & 5k is a challenging trail running event held at Chimney Rock Park in Martinsville, NJ. The races feature rugged single-track courses with significant elevation changes, rocky terrain, stream crossings, and steep descents, making them suitable for experienced trail..

The Hainesport Endurance Run is a premier running event held at Hainesport Township Park in New Jersey, featuring multiple endurance challenges including 12-hour, 24-hour, 48-hour, and 100-mile races, as well as relay options. The event is sanctioned by USA Track & Field, ensuring a professional and..

C'mon Armageddon is a challenging trail running event held in West Milford, NJ, featuring two race options: a grueling 50K with nearly 7,000 feet of elevation gain and a 25K alternative with 2,500 feet. The course navigates through technical terrain, including boulder fields and river crossings, off..

BadgerPalooza is an ultra marathon event hosted by the Williamstown Badger at Autumn Lake Winery in Williamstown, NJ. Participants can choose from various race formats, including a 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour run, as well as relay options. The main challenge involves completing a 5K loop every hour..

TPK Chasing Rabbits is an overnight Halloween-themed trail race held at Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation in Stanhope, NJ. Participants can complete as many 5-mile loops as possible within a 12-hour timeframe, navigating a course featuring rugged single track and gravel roads with over 800 feet of ele..

Sunning at Sunfish Pond 50K+ is an exciting trail running event held at Worthington State Park in Columbia, NJ. Participants can choose between two challenging distances: a 30K and a 50K+, both featuring a 6.7-mile loop with approximately 1,750 feet of vertical ascent. The 30K is designed for newer ..