Trail Running Calendar New Jersey 2024-2025

The "3 Days at the Fair" event in Augusta, NJ, scheduled for May 12-18, 2025, offers a variety of ultra-running challenges, including 144-hour, 72-hour, 48-hour, 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour races, as well as marathon and 50K options. The course features a certified 1-mile loop composed of pavement ..

The SMR Mayapple Trail Runs, taking place on May 17, 2025, in South Mountain Reservation, NJ, offers a variety of trail races including 50 miles, 50K, 20 miles, 10 miles, 5 miles, and a Kids 1-Mile Run. Organized by the South Mountain Conservancy and supported by volunteers, the event features sceni..

C'mon Armageddon is an exhilarating running event set in the challenging terrain of Norvin Green State Park, West Milford, NJ. Scheduled for May 18, 2025, participants can choose from three race distances: a grueling 50K with over 7000 feet of elevation gain, a 10 Miler with 2000 feet, or a 5 Miler ..

TPK Bad Decisions is an exciting 30-hour team event held in Andover, NJ, where four-person teams tackle a series of challenging tasks in a non-stop format. Combining elements of adventure racing and problem-solving, participants will face three types of challenges that test their skills in navigatio..

The Squatchy Surprise is an exciting endurance event taking place at South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, New Jersey, on July 26, 2025. This unique trail running experience combines physical challenge with an element of chance, as participants draw colored golf balls to determine which of four..

The MCW Westfield Ultra is an exciting endurance event organized by MissionCleanWater, taking place at Tamaques Park. Participants can choose to run for various durations, including 3, 6, 9, 12, or 24 hours, completing as many laps as possible around the park. This annual event aims to challenge run..

The Loopy Looper is an endurance running event held at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, NJ, featuring 12-hour, 24-hour, and 101.25-mile races. Participants run on a flat, 3.75-mile loop, aiming to complete as many laps as possible within their designated time. The event includes individual and team ..

The Thunder Chicken Squatch is an exciting trail running event taking place at Stokes State Forest in Branchville, NJ. Scheduled for August 10, 2025, participants can choose between a 10K or a 17-mile race, catering to runners and hikers of all ages and abilities. The event honors military personnel..

The Interstate 17 Trail Run, taking place in Closter, NJ, is a challenging 17-mile race designed for experienced runners. Participants will navigate a rugged course featuring over 5,000 feet of elevation change, with technical trails and stunning views along the Hudson River. The race consists of fo..

The Horseshoe Bend Boogie will take place in Frenchtown on Saturday 16 August 2025.

The Barn-B-Q Trail Festival is a unique outdoor celebration held at the restored Masker's Barn in Berkeley Heights, NJ. This event combines trail running and hiking with a lively barn party featuring BBQ, beer, wine, and various activities. Participants can enjoy self-guided trail tours, lawn games,..

The Run the Vineyards - White Horse 10K/5K is an annual running event taking place at White Horse Winery in Hammonton, NJ. Scheduled for September 14, 2025, the event features a scenic 10K and 5K race, along with a 1-mile walk. Participants can enjoy a flat course through vineyards and country roads..

The Wild Goose Trail Festival, taking place from September 20-21, 2025, at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ, offers a variety of trail running events, including distances from 1 mile to 100 miles. This festival features a supportive atmosphere with generous cut-off times, making it ideal for both ..

BadgerPalooza is an ultra marathon event taking place at Autumn Lake Winery in Williamstown, New Jersey, on October 17-18, 2025. Participants can choose from various race formats, including a 24-hour run, 12-hour and 6-hour races, as well as relay options for teams of two or four. The unique format ..