MCW Westfield Ultra

MCW Westfield Ultra : Tamaques Park, Westfield, NJ

The MCW Westfield Ultra is a timed loop running event hosted at Tamaques Park in Westfield, New Jersey. Participants choose from the following event durations and complete as many loops of the course as possible.

• 24 hour
• 12 hour
• 9 hour
• 6 hour
• 3 hour

One loop measures 0.8 mile and can be run on pavement or on gravel. The race start and finish and the main parking and restroom facilities are located at the main parking lot next to the tennis courts and playground. Runners may place gear, coolers, and shade near the start area.

Support crews and pacers are permitted. Crews may bring shade canopies, tents, coolers, and food. An aid station at the start and finish provides snacks, prepared food, ice, water, electrolytes, gastrointestinal supplies, first aid, and hot weather gear. Participants in the shorter events are asked to leave prepared food for those in longer events.

Specific rules apply to 24 hour entrants: runners must use a headlamp and wear a reflective vest at night, only 24 hour entrants may set up tents and these may be established near sundown, support teams should limit night travel, and quiet hours begin at 8 pm.

The event is organized by MissionCleanWater, a nonprofit that since 2017 has helped provide reliable clean water access to more than 75,000 people. A fundraising option offers a full refund and guaranteed entry to future races for participants who raise $500. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.