Morris Plains
Trail Running Calendar near Morris Plains 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Morris Plains for 2026-2027! We've gathered 45 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A USATF-NJ Open and Masters cross country championship over a 5K course at Natirar Park in Peapack Gladstone on August 30, 2026. Registration opens July 1, entry is $40 with a $5 USATF-NJ discount and no day of registration.
September 2026
Trail runs and family friendly barn activities at Masker's Barn in Berkeley Heights, combining self guided routes, games, food and an all inclusive barn party.
City Challenge Race returns to Jersey City on September 12, 2026 with a fast 3-mile urban obstacle course featuring 20+ city-style obstacles, new finisher medals, professional chip timing, awards and free race photos.
Experience a diverse trail race at South Mountain Reservation featuring fire roads and single track trails. Choose from multiple distances ranging from a 5K to 50 miles with aid stations every three miles.
Trail festival at Ringwood State Park featuring events from a 1 mile kids race to a 100 mile race with a 36 hour cutoff.
A 5th annual 3.1-mile run and 1.1-mile walk at The Church of St. Andrew in Staten Island, and the first leg of the Staten Island FALL TRIFECTA.
October 2026
Test your limits on a flat one mile loop at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Choose from 6 to 72 hour timed races or certified marathon and 50K distances with full kitchen and shower access.
A community 5K and 2 Mile Walk at Garrett Mountain on October 11, 2026, with virtual and Tot Trot options; proceeds benefit the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship Fund supporting Clifton High School athletes.
October 4 2026 trail event at Jungle Habitat in West Milford NJ featuring looped courses of 13.2, 6.6 and 3.4 miles with aid stations and GPS maps.
A tower run up the Empire State Building's 86 floors and 1,576 stairs in New York with multiple entry categories and specific registration windows.
A community 5K at Duke Island Park on October 10, 2026, run on a flat, paved trail alongside the Raritan River. Proceeds support Family & Community Services of Somerset County, which provides mental health and addiction services.
Loop-based races at Livingston Memorial Oval include timed runs, a marathon, a half marathon, and a Last Person Standing event on 0.44-mile laps.
A technical trail event in Harriman State Park offering 13.1M and 10K on rugged singletrack with steep climbs, limited to 175 participants.
Inaugural Barnyard Squatch 5K in Blairstown NJ, a hilly 5K trail that passes rescued farm animals with donations supporting The Barnyard Sanctuary.
November 2026
A community 5K and 1 mile walk on November 8, 2026 at Central Park of Morris County supporting Family Promise of Morris County, with in-person and virtual 5K options and age-group awards.
Trail run at Hillside Park offering 10K and 5K courses to benefit a free digital mammography program, with food, on-site water, timing, and awards.
Trail race in Staten Island on Nov 14 2026 offering 50 mile, 50K and half marathon looped courses while supporting 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.