Trail Running Calendar New Jersey 2026-2027

A community 5K and 2 Mile Walk at Garrett Mountain on October 11, 2026, with virtual and Tot Trot options; proceeds benefit the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship Fund supporting Clifton High School athletes.

Trail run at Jungle Habitat in West Milford NJ with looped singletrack, fire road and paved sections, cupless aid stations, wooden finisher plaques and a post race party.

Experience a USATF sanctioned endurance event on a flat paved loop in New Jersey. Choose from 12 to 48 hour individual or relay options and earn a custom buckle for completing 100 miles.

Experience a scenic race through the vineyards and country roads of Hammonton. Enjoy a flat course followed by a courtyard party featuring live music, wood fired pizza, and award winning wine.

Trail-based multi-distance races on the towpaths in Upper Black Eddy, PA, with aid stations, onsite tent camping, awards, and donations to local preservation groups.

A community 5K at Duke Island Park on October 10, 2026, run on a flat, paved trail alongside the Raritan River. Proceeds support Family & Community Services of Somerset County, which provides mental health and addiction services.

Scary Rat Race is a 4 mile off road trail run at Spring Meadow Golf Course in Farmingdale, NJ on October 11, 2026, featuring hand held timing, a finisher gift, free registration, and event merchandise for sale.

Test your endurance at Autumn Lake Winery with a unique hourly 5 km challenge. Choose from 6, 12, or 24 hour individual and relay events across trails and vineyards in Williamstown.

A community cross-country 5K in Haddonfield on October 17, 2026 with pre-race packet pickup, onsite registration options, entrant T-shirts, awards by overall and age groups, and accommodations for visually impaired participants.

A non competitive winter running series of six loops totaling 66 miles along the Delaware River in NJ and PA from October 2026 to February 2027. Limited to 100 registrants, includes aid stations and a handmade finisher award.

The Livingston Oval Marathon will take place in Livingston on Saturday 17 October 2026. You can run between 21 and 42 kilometers.

Trail and 5K races at Hillside Park on October 18, 2026, benefit a free mammography program. A kids fun run for ages 5 to 12 is included, with chili and vegetarian food and timing by Compuscore.

The 4th annual Chesterfield FALL Terrain 5K at Fenton Lane Park on October 18, 2026 features a 5K run/walk and a 1 mile Fun Dash, supports local charities, offers custom race shirts and age group awards.

Trail races at Parvin State Park offer a half marathon and a 6 hour lap event on a mostly trail lollipop loop. The event is cupless and uses an aid station at the start and finish.

Trail ultramarathon in Titusville, NJ with 50K and 25K courses that start and finish at Washington Crossing Park. The 50K features technical Rock Hopper trails and multiple aid stations.

A trail-based 5K and family 1 mile fun run in Poricy Park with a Halloween costume theme and prizes, raising funds for 180 Turning Lives Around. Options include a timed 5K, a fitness walk, and a family fun run.

Inaugural Barnyard Squatch 5K in Blairstown NJ, a hilly 5K trail that passes rescued farm animals with donations supporting The Barnyard Sanctuary.

An endurance running event in Woodbine NJ offering 6-, 12- and 24-hour individual races plus 12- and 24-hour relays. The course uses 5.5-mile dirt laps with few roots and the venue provides camping, cabins, showers and a sauna.

A trail 8K and 5K at Unionville Vineyards on November 8, 2026 with chip timing, live results, onsite music, post race wine, and awards. Walkers and children are welcome and the event includes water stations and post race amenities.

A community 5K and 1 mile walk on November 8, 2026 at Central Park of Morris County supporting Family Promise of Morris County, with in-person and virtual 5K options and age-group awards.