Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run · Family Fun Walk
From the Organizer
Information: The Eighth Annual Sea Turtle Race will take place on at the scenic Orange Reservoir in West Orange. This race is nicknamed the “Cold Stun Run” to highlight our busiest time of year that usually starts in November and December. During this time of year our hospital will fill with sick sea turtles that are cold stunned from failing to migrate south before temperatures become too cold. The 5k race will start at 8:30 am. The 1.7 mile Family Fun Walk starts at 8:35 am. Refreshments will be available after the race at Clipper Pavilion. Discounted admission to the Turtle Back Zoo will be available to participants that present their race id at the zoo admission ticket booth.
Registration: (Discount available for USATF Members during registration - *Member number required)
Now through September 14th: $30/1 person or Group Discount $25/person with 4 or more people.
September 15th through October 10th: $35/1 person or Group Discount $30/person with 4 or more people.
Early Packet Pickup: Friday October 9th from 5:30-7pm at the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, Ronald Mount Building [Get Directions Here]
T-Shirts: Race shirts will be provided for participants who pre-register by September 14th. Race shirts will be available in limited quantity to those who sign up after September 14th as supplies last on a first come, first served basis at check in.
Race Day: 7:30 am Packet Pickup Starts
8:30 am 5k Run Starts
8:35 am Family Fun Walk Starts
Awards: 5k Run only
Top Male Overall
Top Female Overall
Top 3 Male/Female Age Groups:
14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and above
Location & Parking: Essex County Park at Orange Reservoir, Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ US 07052 with parking available on the west side of Cherry Lane, across from Clipper Pavilion.
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Weather
Typical Conditions
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
67°
Typical Low
45°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Essex Fells Service Bldg, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About West Orange, NJ
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run?
- Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run is a running race held in West Orange, New Jersey on October 10, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in West Orange, New Jersey at Essex County Park, West Orange, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sea Turtle Race: Cold Stun Run
Oct 10, 2026