Richmond County
Trail Running Calendar near Richmond County 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Richmond County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 49 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Community 5K and related races at Garrett Mountain in Woodland Park, NJ, raising funds for the Fred Torres Memorial Scholarship Fund.
A stair-climb race at the Empire State Building ascending 86 flights (1,576 steps) with multiple entry categories and specified 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.
Scary Rat Race is a 4 mile off road trail run at Spring Meadow Golf Course in Farmingdale, NJ on October 11, 2026, featuring hand held timing, a finisher gift, free registration, and event merchandise for sale.
Looped running at Saddle River County Park on Oct 11 2026 with options from 2 miles to 60K, aid stations, official timing, and awards.
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 third annual 5K run or walk at Joe Palaia Park in Ocean Township raising funds for outdoor recreation improvements, with medals and age group awards.
BLUE 5K RUN in Woodland Park supports children with Autism and families; the mostly trail 5K at Garret mountain features vendors 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.
USATF New Jersey 8K Cross Country Championship at Natirar Park in Peapack, NJ on October 25, 2026 with open and youth 8K divisions and published entry fees.
A fundraising 5K at Central Park in Morris Plains on 10/25/2026 supporting the Saint John Paul II Respect Life Ministry and local services for single mothers.
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.
The 46th HASHATHON is a six mile trail race at Cheesequake State Park in Matawan with a post-race beer and pizza party and awards for top finishers.
Ultra trail event in Staten Island with 50 Mile, 50K and Half Marathon on Nov 14, 2026 benefiting 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.
A 5K cross country race at Holmdel Park with individual and team competition, limited entries, chip timing, awards, and proceeds supporting the Shore Athletic Club.