Trail Running calendar near Lehighton 2025-2026

Join the NIRCA Open 6K at Hershey Parkview Country Course on Saturday, November 8 for a lively community race open to the public and alumni. Register early for $25 or sign up on race day; the event runs rain or shine.

Celebrate Veterans Day with a scenic 5K at Tyler State Park in Richboro and help fund scholarships for American veterans. Choose the 3.1 mile race, a 1 mile fun run, or a virtual option for all abilities.

Join Forbidden Run Fest on Nov 9, 2025 in Wissahickon Valley Park for scenic trail and gravel miles along the iconic Forbidden Drive. Three distance options, finisher swag and chip timing make it a must for trail lovers.

Join a 24 hour vigil run at Kean University honoring those who served while keeping someone on the track for the full day. Proceeds support Mission 22 and its veteran wellness programs.

Join the Red, White and Run 5K trail run and walk at Veteran's Memorial Park in Lackawaxen on November 15, 2025. All paces welcome with day of registration and awards for top finishers across age groups.

Run Of The Mill is a grassroots 5 and 10 mile trail run at Brandywine Creek State Park on November 15. No frills, scenic meadows and punchy hills; bring a suggested day of donation to support local nonprofits.

Hit the trails at South Mountain Reservation in South Orange on November 15, 2025 for NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 1. Choose from 5K, 10K or 13.1M looped routes featuring fire roads, single track and rolling hills.

Hit the trails at the Red, White and Run 5K in Lackawaxen's Veteran's Memorial Park on November 15, 2025. Enjoy a scenic trail run or walk, friendly competition, and awards for top finishers across age groups.

Chase a fast PR at the Last Chance XC Championships in Oak Ridge Park, Clark NJ on November 16. The USATF New Jersey 8k championship runs on a double loop pancake flat course, with personalized bibs, oversized medals and free action photos.

Rugged Indy 2025 in Spring City PA offers looped trail races on the scenic Indy Trail. Choose 2, 4 or 8 mile runs or tackle new 6 hour and 3 hour timed events with aid stations, music, vendors and awards.

Join the Old Bridge Sayreville Rotary Club for a 5K trail run and walk on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Sayreville Sports Complex to support veterans housing. Rain or shine event with dog tags for all and shirts for preregistered runners.

Join Run the Glen Glow Run for a fun evening 5k through Gretna Glen's lit trails with glow sticks, headlamps, and campfire vibes. Finish with s'mores and hot cocoa while supporting Gretna Glen's programs.

Join alumni and friends for a lively 5k at Pottsville High School to support the boys and girls cross country teams. Enjoy a timed course starting and finishing on the stadium track and a casual post race gathering to reconnect and celebrat..

Brave frosty singletrack through scenic Ringwood woods with 5K, 10K and half marathon options for every trail runner. Finish with a warm post race party serving food, drinks and winter views.

Join the inaugural Wild & Rooted 5K at Mt. Cuba Center for a scenic trail through meadows, forests and rolling hills. Stay after for live music, guided nature tours, hay wagon rides and drinks amid restored native landscapes.

Tackle scenic single track and rolling climbs in the FEAR Trail Fest 5 mile at Lewis Morris Park on Nov 23, 2025. Open to first timers and seasoned trail runners, with limited spots, prizes and free course previews before race day.

Join the Schuylkill Navy Run on Thanksgiving in Philadelphia for a spirited 5 5/8 mile challenge along Kelly Drive and Boathouse Row. Expect scenic river views, rolling hills and post race awards at Fairmount Rowing Association.

Join the Fifth Street Cross on Black Friday in Emmaus for a choose your distance running and riding event from 10k to 100 mile. Start anytime, lap the festive course and add to the prize pot by bringing a six pack or $20.

Squatchy Leftovers is a scenic trail festival on November 29, 2025 at South Mountain Reservation in West Orange NJ, with distances from a 50K to a kids mile on a rugged 5K loop. Expect technical singletrack, handcrafted wood medals and a ch..

Join Phoenixville's 16th annual Burn Off the Bird 5K on November 29, 2025, along the scenic Schuylkill River Trail. Run in person or virtually, grab a swag shirt and custom medal, and support local causes while enjoying a chip timed course.