Squatchapple - West Orange, NJ

West Orange, United States • 7 Mar 2026

Squatchapple is a West Orange, NJ trail race held in the South Mountain Reservation, starting and finishing at the Tulip Springs Trailhead on Cherry Lane. The Sassquad Trail Running event offers 11M, 20M, 50K, and 50M options built from three loops: 4M Turtleback, 5.5M Locust Grove, and 7M Mayapple. Runners complete combinations in a fixed order, with routes featuring mostly carriage roads, some singletrack climbs, and rocky descents. Each finisher earns a handcrafted wood medal and may select gear from the Squatch Shop. The event supports the South Mountain Conservancy, offers charity bibs, pacer options for certain participants, and a family-friendly Squatch Kids Club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
5790 m+
50 Miler
50 km
3860 m+
50k
20 mi
2155 m+
20 Miler
11 mi
1185 m+
11 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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