Squatchy Surprise
Squatchy Surprise is a trail running and running race on July 24, 2027 in South Orange Village, NJ, with entry fees from $60 to $95.
- Date
- July 24, 2027 (359 days to go)
- Price
- $60–$95
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Join us at the South Mountain Reservation in South Orange, New Jersey on Saturday July 24, 2026 for The Squatchy Surprise! Inspired by the TommyKnocker Ultra, The Squatchy Surprise will test your endurance, strategery and mental fortitude as your fate on the course is determined by the luck of the draw...... We are supporting our non-profit partner, Bigger Than The Trail with this Trail Party!
Events
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
86°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Canoe Brook, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About South Orange Village, NJ
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Squatchy Surprise, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
359
Days to train
- Race
- Squatchy Surprise
- Date
- July 24, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
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.
Trail Running
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.
Running
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.
Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to South Orange Village than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Squatchy Surprise
Jul 24, 2027