
NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 1 is a trail running and running race on November 14, 2026 in South Orange, NJ, with entry fees from $35 to $45.
From the Organizer
Course Description
The course will use existing fire roads, single track trail, hills and some pavement at South Mountain Reservation. The course is designed to be a mix of everything. You will have access to aid approximately every 3 miles.
5K, 10K, and 13.1M distances on a looped course. 5K will do 1 loop, 10K will do 2 loops and the 13.1M will do 4 loops.
There are no finishing medals but there will be a giveaway.
There will be Race Day Registration available.
8:00 AM - Race day registration and check in begins. Please be at registration 1 hour before your race starts.
9:00 AM - Longest Race Start 13.1M
9:30 AM - 2nd Longest Race Start 10K
10:00 AM - Shortest Race Start 5K
Prices start at
5K $30, 10K $35, and 13.1M $40 prices increase as the date of the race gets closer by $5 each time
Day of registration will be 5K $45, 10K $50, and 13.1M $55 which can be paid with cash, check, venmo, zelle, or paypal.
You can also register by emailing us and can venmo, zelle or paypal in advance. Please email njtrailseries@gmail.com
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
55°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Canoe Brook, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
172 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 1
Nov 14, 2026