Richmond County
Trail Running Calendar near Richmond County 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Richmond County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 50 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
50K loop ultramarathon in Forest Park Queens with 12 laps of the 2.5 mile Orange Trail, about 300 feet climb per lap and an aid station after each lap.
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.
A 52 day certified road race in Jamaica, Queens where athletes aim to cover 3100 miles on a 0.5488 mile loop, averaging about 59.6 miles per day.
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.
An urban obstacle race in Jersey City on September 12, 2026 featuring a fast 3-mile course with 20+ city-style obstacles, chip timing, and finisher swag.
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.
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.
Front Runners New York's annual 5K cross country meet at Van Cortlandt Park on September 26, 2026, includes participant sunglasses and age-group awards.
A scenic 3.1 mile road and trail run through the New York Botanical Garden with a stretch in the Thain Family Forest and post-run festivities on Daffodil Hill.
A scored NYRR cross country race at Van Cortlandt Park featuring a 5K course as the first event in a three-race fall series, with youth programming via Rising NYRR.
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.
Scored cross country 5K at Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx, part of an NYRR series that includes youth races, accessibility provisions, and official results via the NYRR app.
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.
A stair race up the Empire State Building's 86 floors and 1,576 stairs in New York with several entry categories and set registration windows and fees.
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 4 miles off road fun run at Spring Meadow Golf Course in Allaire State Park with hand-held timing and commemorative finisher gifts.
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.
Community 5K at Garret Mountain in Woodland Park supporting Autism awareness, with vendors, free gifts, $25 registration, and medals for special needs children.
A costume 5K and 1 mile fun run through the woods of Poricy Park on October 24 2026 raising funds for 180 Turning Lives Around.
November 2026
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.