Branchburg
Trail Running Calendar near Branchburg 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Branchburg for 2026-2027! We've gathered 35 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
USATF New Jersey 8K Cross Country Championship at Natirar Park in Peapack, NJ on October 25, 2026 with open and youth 8K divisions and published entry fees.
A faith-filled 5K fundraiser at Central Park of Morris Plains on October 25, 2026 supporting the Saint John Paul II Respect Life Ministry.
November 2026
A flat, marked 5K trail run around Willowbrook Lake in Staten Island supporting the Greenbelt Conservancy with on-site bib pickup and trail marshals.
Run a scenic 5K or 8K trail course through Unionville Vineyards followed by a post race celebration featuring live music and a glass of wine.
A community 5K and 1 Mile walk at Central Park of Morris County on November 8, 2026, with in-person and virtual options supporting local housing services.
46th HASHATHON 6 Mile trail race at Cheesequake State Park in Matawan with post-race beer and pizza and proceeds supporting local EMS.
Ultra trail event in Staten Island with 50 Mile, 50K and Half Marathon on Nov 14, 2026 benefiting the Greenbelt Conservancy.
Experience the diverse terrain of South Mountain Reservation with a looped trail race offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. Enjoy a mix of single track and fire roads with support provided at regular aid stations.
A 5K trail run at Sayreville Sports Complex on November 15, 2026 supporting Stars & Stripes Veterans Center with tiered registration, participant dog tags, shirts, and awards.
An evening 2-mile run and 2-mile walk through Shady Brook Farm's holiday light display with timed corrals, packet pickup options, shirts, and medals.
A 5 mile lollipop loop trail race at Lewis Morris Park with rocky single track, about 600 ft of climbing, free course previews, and sustainability measures like reusable cups and hemp bibs.
Thanksgiving morning 5K and 1 mile walk at Rock Ridge Golf Course in Hackettstown, with shirts for the first 200, medals for all, and proceeds to student scholarships.
Two 5K cross country races in Pennington, NJ on Nov 26, 2026 supporting Hopewell Valley Wrestling; registration Aug 11 to Nov 25, fees $25 and $30.
A brewery trail run at Readington Brewery combining five laps with five 10 oz beer pours, a T-shirt, and anniversary music and activities for participants aged 21 and over.
A multi-distance trail party at South Mountain Reservation with a looped 5K course, technical singletrack, varied elevation and aid stations offering gluten-free and vegan options.
December 2026
Trail races at South Mountain Reservation feature 5K, 10K and 13.1 miles on looped courses over fire roads, single track, hills and pavement, with aid about every three miles and race day registration available.
Trail 3.1 and 6.2 mile events in Morris Plains with hot cocoa at the finish and proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.