Princeton
Trail Running Calendar near Princeton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Princeton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 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
An outdoor day at Masker's Barn in Feltville combining self guided trail routes, a Trail Treasure Chase, and a five hour Barn party with BBQ, drinks, games, crafts and music.
Trail ultrarunning weekend at Horseshoe Bend Park with a two mile loop, central base camp, and race options from 10K to 100 miles.
October 2026
A six week 5K cross country series in Monmouth County parks with team and age group scoring, series prizes and both pre registration and event day registration.
Experience a USATF sanctioned endurance event on a flat paved loop in New Jersey. Choose from 12 to 48 hour individual or relay options and earn a custom buckle for completing 100 miles.
Muleskinner runs along canal towpaths in Bucks County on October 10, 2026, with distances from a 13.1 mile half to a 50 mile ultra. The event is cup free, offers aid stations and nearby tent camping at Tinicum Park.
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.
A non competitive winter running series of six loops totaling 66 miles along the Delaware River in NJ and PA from October 2026 to February 2027. Limited to 100 registrants, includes aid stations and a handmade finisher award.
The 4th annual Chesterfield FALL Terrain 5K at Fenton Lane Park on October 18, 2026 features a 5K run/walk and a 1 mile Fun Dash, supports local charities, offers custom race shirts and age group awards.
November 2026
A trail 8K and 5K at Unionville Vineyards on November 8, 2026 with chip timing, live results, onsite music, post race wine, and awards. Walkers and children are welcome and the event includes water stations and post race amenities.
A 6-mile trail race at Cheesequake State Park on November 8, 2026 with on-site registration, a post-race beer and pizza gathering, and proceeds benefiting local first aid and EMS organizations.
A November cross country meet at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, NJ featuring 400m, 3K, 5K and 8K races, state championships for New Jersey, team titles for boys, girls and co-ed squads, and race amenities such as medals and free action photos.
December 2026
June 2027
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