Trail Running calendar near West Milford 2026-2027

Experience a seasonal 5K trail run or walk through the scenic paths of Bethpage State Park. This family event features local refreshments and a welcoming atmosphere for participants of all abilities.

Trail race at Tarrywile Park in Danbury, CT, offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K on technical, hilly single-track trails with finisher medals, podium awards and a $600 half-marathon time bonus.

A trail half marathon in Roosevelt Forest using eight 1.64 mile loops to total 13.1 miles. The event includes pavilion aid each loop, a book drive with Books4Everyone, costume prizes, podium awards, and participant swag.

The FEAR Trail Fest is a 5-mile trail race on the scenic Yellow Trail in New Jersey's Lewis Morris Park. With a runnable mix of rocks, roots, and climbs, it welcomes everyone from first-timers to veterans. The event focuses on sustainabilit..

A Thanksgiving morning trail run supporting endometriosis research. Choose a run or walk on the 3.5-mile Mill Pond Trail, followed by complimentary yoga. All participants get a finisher medal and swag bag.

Celebrate the holiday at the Inwood Hill Turkey Trot 5K Run and Walk. This event offers a scenic course through Inwood Hill for participants of all abilities to enjoy a morning of fitness and community.

An annual Roxbury Road Runners charity race held on Thanksgiving Day, with proceeds supporting the Roxbury Scholarship Foundation and the Roxbury Ambulance Association. Results for the race are published as part of the club series.

FSX Black Friday 100 is a one-day ride and run on the Fifth Street Cross course in Emmaus, offering distances from 10k to 100 miles plus relay and mixed run and ride options. Entry is $25 plus a 6-pack or a $20 prize pot contribution.

A looped trail party at South Mountain Reservation in West Orange NJ offering 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K and a kids 1 mile on a mixed carriage road and singletrack course with onsite aid and a charity partnership.

Enjoy a post holiday run or walk through the scenic trails of Bethpage State Park. Participants earn themed swag and enjoy refreshments from local partners at this festive 5K event.

Experience a 5K trail race through the scenic Stillwell Woods Preserve in Woodbury. This event honors the memory of Rob Lauterborn and supports the Center for Developmental Disabilities.

Experience a unique 5K trail run at Belmont Lake State Park where the focus is on luck rather than speed. Enjoy a chance to win cash prizes and refreshments at the finish line during this late November event.

A trail running event at Sleeping Giant State Park on December 5, 2026, using the park's varied trails and scenic viewpoints. Organized by Steep Endurance with entry fees listed between 50 and 80 USD.

A looped trail race at Holmdel Park with a 50K (ish) and a Halfish option on ~4.65 mile laps, varied trail terrain, RFID lap timing, and an 8 hour cutoff. Proceeds support MissionCleanWater.

A 5K trail event through Roosevelt Forest in Stratford, CT on Dec 19, 2026, open to runners, joggers and walkers. Holiday costumes are allowed, awards recognize the fastest three men and women, and proceeds benefit local organizations.

Timed-lap ultrarun at the Livingston Oval where runners log laps for one, three, six, or twelve hours on a USATF-certified flat course; aid station support, tech race hats, and a 2027 finisher medal are included.

A 5K trail run and free kiddie fun run at Bethpage State Park with a virtual option, a good luck clover shirt for participants, and post race refreshments including beer for those 21 and over.

Trail races at Sleeping Giant Park in Hamden, CT offering a 25K loop with 3K+ vertical and a 50K two loop option. The course features technical singletrack, steep rock scrambles, aid stations, and finisher medals.

Trail runs in Middlesex County near Edison with a secret start, offered distances around 2 and 5 miles, a post-run social, and a requested canned food donation; registration fees are listed and volunteers receive event items.

A social trail event in Edison with a 5 mile trail run and a shorter group run, marked trails, potential trail hazards, volunteer perks, a post-run social for those over 21, and a canned food donation request.