SOMO Winter Trail Series

South Orange, United States • 10 Jan 2026

NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 3 - January 10, 2026

The NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 3 takes place in South Orange, New Jersey (12 Bear Lane) on January 10, 2026. The event offers the following distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • 13.1M

Standard registration for each distance closes on January 7, 2026. Base entry prices start at $30 for the 5K, $35 for the 10K, and $40 for the 13.1M; fees increase by $5 as the race date gets closer. Day-of registration fees are listed as $45 for the 5K, $50 for the 10K, and $55 for the 13.1M. Day-of payments can be made with cash, check, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal.

Course and logistics

All distances run on a looped course at South Mountain Reservation that uses existing fire roads, single-track trail, hills, and some pavement. The 5K completes one loop, the 10K completes two loops, and the 13.1M completes four loops. Aid is available at approximately every three miles. There are no finishing medals; a giveaway will be provided. Race day registration and check-in are available on site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
13.1m
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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