Wawayanda Trail Fest

Highland Lakes, United States • 25 Apr 2026

Wawayanda Trail Fest takes place in Wawayanda State Park, Vernon Township, Hewitt, NJ along the Boat Launch/ Highland Lakes area. The festival offers four race distances: 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, and Half Marathon. The course features a 26+ mile loop with mostly wooded single-track, rhododendron tunnels, marsh bridges, and limited road crossings, plus a second south loop for longer distances. Aid stations include Maraschino, BaseCamp, and Thirsty Dog, with BaseCamp accommodating crews, pacers, and spectators. The event emphasizes a community atmosphere with volunteer support, optional onsite camping, and finishers’ awards, celebrating inclusive competition in a scenic, challenging setting for runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
100k
50 mi
50 Mile
50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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