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Morris County Empanada Trail Run

Morris Plains, United States • 29 Mar 2026

Morris County Empanada Trail Run : March 29, 2026

The event takes place in Morris Plains, New Jersey, at Central Park of Morris County on the cross country course. The course uses mixed terrain, including dirt, grass, gravel, and some hills. Entrants are advised to use the North Cottage Road entrance. GPS coordinates: 40.834866, -74.503507.

Distances and programs:

  • Empanada 5K Run/Walk
  • Empanada 10K Run/Walk
  • Empanada 5K Training Program (race plus training runs and program)

Registration items listed for entrants include a long-sleeved shirt, a finisher medal, and an empanada; vegetarian options are available. On-site amenities include permanent restrooms and portable toilets.

Awards are given to the top three male and female overall finishers in both the 5K and 10K, plus age-group awards for both distances in these categories: 11 and under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.

Organizers and charity information: the event is produced by Live Run Give LLC, which supports breast cancer research and selects multiple nonprofit beneficiaries each year. The Arthritis Foundation is listed among charity beneficiaries with an emphasis on juvenile arthritis. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Jersey Morris Plains

Race information

Registration
10 km
Empanada 10k Run/walk
5 km
Empanada 5k Training Program- Race + Training Runs + Program
5 km
Empanada 5k Run/walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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