White Meadow Lake Festival 5k
- Date
- July 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Pre-Registration · Canoe/Kayak Race - FREE
From the Organizer
Are you ready for the Toughest 5k in New Jersey?
The WML "Toughest" 5K in NJ is a USATF-NJ Certified Course.
For many years the White Meadow Lake Community has been holding their annual 5K Run/Walk for their residents and neighboring towns as part of Festival Days, a weekend long event.
As the years have passed the event has grown. More and more runners and walkers alike want to see if it truly is tough. Friends and family alike continue to share the secret about this tough run. Here is YOUR opportunity to see for yourself!
If you think you can handle it we welcome you to come and give it a shot. Here is the route that is run each year denoting the elevation. YOU do the math!
The White Meadow Lake Community looks forward to seeing you tackle this challenge on a cool July morning.
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
64°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boonton 1 Se, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rockaway, NJ
Elevation
753 ft
Nearest Airport
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at White Meadow Lake Festival 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- White Meadow Lake Festival 5k
- Date
- July 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the White Meadow Lake Festival 5k?
- White Meadow Lake Festival 5k is a running race held in Rockaway, New Jersey on July 19, 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 White Meadow Lake Festival 5k?
- Sunday, July 19, 2026 in Rockaway, New Jersey at 100 White Meadow Road, Rockaway, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the White Meadow Lake Festival 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
White Meadow Lake Festival 5k
Jul 19, 2026