Clinton Road Zombie Run

West Milford, United States • 18 Oct 2026

Event Overview

The Clinton Road Zombie Run is a themed running event that takes place on Clinton Road in West Milford, New Jersey. The road is known for its isolation and paranormal legends. The event features a thematic atmosphere with decorations and characters.

Events

The event offers three distances:

  • Zombie Crawl: A walk/run event.
  • 5k: A run.
  • 10k: A run.

Course and Atmosphere

The course runs along the isolated Clinton Road, which is approximately 10 miles long. The setting includes shadowy woods and foggy stretches. Zombie volunteers line the course to chase and cheer runners. The event features haunted aid stations with themed refreshments.

Post-Race and Awards

A finish line festival includes music and a costume contest. Prizes are awarded for top finishers in the 5k and 10k events. A "Survivor Medal" is given to all participants who finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run
Zombie Crawl
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