South Orange
Trail Running Calendar near South Orange 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near South Orange for 2026-2027! We've gathered 55 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
February 2027
Trail races on a 10 mile loop at South Mountain Reservation offering 50M, 50K, 20M and 10M with marked trails, three aid stations per loop, timing, SWAG, and awards for top three male and female finishers.
March 2027
March 6, 2027 in Livingston, NJ: loop based timed races of 12 hours, 6 hours, 3 hours and 1 hour on a USATF certified flat course.
A multi-distance trail event in West Orange NJ on March 6, 2027 using three marked loops, varied terrain, a staffed aid station, and support options for adaptive athletes.
Trail 5K and 10K at Central Park of Morris County with mixed terrain, a finisher medal, shirt, and an empanada plus awards by overall and age group.
May 2027
VCP 50K is a looped trail ultramarathon in Van Cortlandt Park on 01 May 2027. The 50K course starts with a flats lap then ten cross country loops, with stocked aid stations, drop bag access, finisher medal, singlet, meal and beer.
A technical mountain trail race in northern New Jersey offering a 50K with over 7000 ft gain plus 10 mile and 5 mile options, map requirements for the 50K, mandatory gear checks, and aid stations on the longer courses.
July 2027
Timed 3, 6 and 12 hour trail party at South Mountain Reservation with four randomized loops and fundraising for Bigger Than The Trail.
LIC Wellness Fest Hurricane Fit Race in Long Island City pairs a one block mystery obstacle course of 20 obstacles with wellness classes, live results, photos and a $500 first prize.
August 2027
A 17 mile trail race at State Line Lookout in Closter NJ featuring four mile technical loops, rock scrambles, stocked aid stations and significant elevation with serious hazards.
September 2027
A multi-day trail festival at Wawayanda State Park near Hewitt NJ with races from a kids 1 mile up to 100 miles, timed 36 hour options, panels, camping and aid stations.
A community 5K run/walk in Forest Park with a free 1K kids run, event amenities, live results, and ties to the Children's Smile Foundation.
November 2027
Trail races at South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, NJ offering distances from a kids mile to 50K, a hardship entry option, and support for Bigger Than The Trail.
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