New Jersey
New Jersey Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in New Jersey for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 70 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in New Jersey below and join the trail community at these great events!
November 2026
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.
Annual alumni 5K at Holmdel Park with team scoring, chip timing, on site parking and a 250 entry cap; proceeds benefit Shore Athletic Club.
A community 8K in Oak Ridge on November 15, 2026 with participant medals, defined age groups, and food and vendor stalls at Paradise Knoll School.
Cross country meet at Oak Ridge Park with high school and open 5k races, a youth 3k and a 400 m event, plus team scoring and awards for individual and team results.
Trail-style 5K and 2-mile run/walk in Howell, NJ, on the connector trail between Oak Glen Park and the Manasquan Reservoir; pre-registration required.
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.
Cross country races in Holmdel, NJ on November 21, 2026 featuring youth and high-school 3K and 5K races, group pricing options and a race hat for each athlete.
5k run and 1 mile walk around lakes and wooded trails in Manchester Township raising funds for Addiction Recovery Ministries.
A 5 mile loop trail race at Lewis Morris Park in Morristown with a 2.5 hour time limit, capped at 120 runners, featuring reusable cups and hemp bibs.
Start your Thanksgiving with a low key run at the Moorestown High School cross country course. Choose between a 5K and a one mile fun run with snacks and drinks available for all participants.
A trail 5K at Autumn Lake Winery on November 26 2026 supporting All Mutts Matter Rescue, with awards for top female and male finishers and timed results.
A cross country style 3 miles race at Anthony Campanella Park in Vineland, NJ, welcoming runners and walkers of varying ages. Awards for top overall finishers and multiple age groups; online registration with several payment options.
A community 5K at Inwood Hill Park on November 26, 2026, with proceeds to the Inwood Food Pantry, personalized bibs by 11/1, and medals for the first 700 finishers.
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.
Absegami High School hosts its 3rd annual Turkey Trot featuring a 5k race and a kid obstacle course on the school campus in Galloway, NJ.
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.
Trail party at South Mountain Reservation on November 28, 2026 with 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K and Kids 1M options on mixed carriage roads and technical singletrack.
Annual community Turkey Trot at Egg Harbor Township Nature Reserve featuring a 5k run and a 1 mile fun walk on November 28, 2026. The course follows lake perimeter and wooded trails; proceeds support the Nature Reserve.
Winter trail races in Ringwood NJ with a 13.1 mile half, 10K and 5K on mostly singletrack, significant elevation, and RideWithGPS navigation access.