Trail Running calendar near West Orange 2025-2026

Take on MT. TAMMANY 10, an almost 40 mile looped trail challenge in the Delaware Water Gap with ten summit climbs and more than 10,000 feet of elevation gain. Technical, rugged terrain and river crossings make for a bold, scenic test.

Terror of Tammany! on March 22, 2026 in Columbia, NJ is a rugged looped trail challenge with 30K (three 6.7 mile loops) and 50K+ (five loops). Expect technical climbs, a campground start and finish, strict time limits, and finisher awards.

Explore rugged North Jersey wilderness in The Fools Adventure, a 10 hour foot ROGAINE with over 100 checkpoints across scenic, rocky terrain. Test your map and compass skills as you navigate for the best route and enjoy big views.

Tackle technical, rugged trails and steep climbs at Big Bear Squatch North in Bear Mountain NY on April 4, 2026. Choose a challenging 10K or a grueling half marathon, with proceeds supporting the New York New Jersey Trail Conference.

Scenic loop at Jacobsburg State Park on a 5 mile mix of single track and fast gravel. Choose single lap, 3 hour or 6 hour formats, bring your own hydration and enjoy a finisher pin plus sustainable medals supporting local conservation.

Join the Bunny Trail 5K at Bethpage State Park for a family friendly run starting on a grassy polo field and winding onto scenic soft trails. In person and virtual entries plus a free kiddie run support the Never Stop Running Foundation.

Spring SOMO Timed Trail Races in South Orange this April on a 1.88 mile loop offer one loop or 1, 3 and 6 hour timed options. Expect single track, pavement and fire road through scenic South Mountain Reservation.

Tackle scenic, challenging single track trails in Wissahickon Valley Park with half and full marathon options. Expect rolling hills, technical sections, a finisher medal and a community focused race that supports local youth programs.

Join Run for the Rescue on April 11, 2026 for a scenic 5K through Blydenburgh County Park with on site and virtual options. Tackle varied trails, enjoy post race refreshments, and support Last Chance Animal Rescue.

Run or walk the scenic Institute Woods 6K in Princeton on Saturday, April 11, 2026, starting at Princeton Friends School. Field capped at 200 and registration opens December 6; enjoy trails, refreshments after the run, and T shirts for earl..

Join the John Jay Community Trail Race in Cross River NY on Sunday April 12, 2026 for a family friendly outing with a 5k, 4k Jay Walk and a 200 meter Kids Dash. Race on scenic wooded, hilly school trails and finish at the track.

Hit the rolling, rugged singletrack at Rockland Rad Run Sunday April 12 2026 at Forever Farm in Mertztown PA, a trail running festival for all abilities. Choose a marathon, half, 10k or 5k then relax with postrace food and a free drink.

Tackle wooded trails at the Farm & Forest All Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run in Stamford, CT on April 12, 2026. Family friendly and community focused, this race raises funds for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center.

Run the scenic Shore2Shore trail event from Sunken Meadow to Heckscher State Park on Apr 18, 2026, with 25K and 50K options along the Long Island Greenbelt Trail. Well stocked aid stations, shuttle service and a logo shirt make for a memora..

Join the Screamin' Hill Scramble 5K at Screamin' Hill Brewery on April 18, 2026 for a chip timed cross country style run over groomed trails and short cut grass. Finishers earn a coaster medal and each entry includes a custom tech shirt plu..

Join the final Conquer The Trail Race on April 18 in Dobbs Ferry for a scenic 7.5 km on the Croton Aqueduct Trail supporting Mercy University's Mav Market. Mostly flat trail with natural obstacles, raffles and shirts for early registrants.

Celebrate spring at the Brooklyn Cider House Spiked Apple 5K on April 19 in New Paltz, a scenic two lap run through vineyards and orchards. Enjoy a cider pour, fresh donut, finisher medal and commemorative shirt.

Join a scenic 10K trail run or a relaxed 5K walk at Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel on Sunday April 19 2026. Enjoy woodland trails and osprey views by Heron Pond while supporting upkeep of Browning Beaver Meadow.

Squatchywaska Mountainfest in Ellenville NY on April 25, 2026 serves up technical singletrack on the Shawangunk Ridge with 25K and 10 mile options, big climbs and sweeping Catskill views. This rugged trail event also supports protection of..

Wawayanda Trail Fest brings spring trail running to Wawayanda State Park NJ with rhododendron tunnels, marsh bridges and scenic single track. Distances include a new 100K plus 50 mile, 50K and half marathon, with aid stations and on site ca..