NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 2026 — South Orange, NJ

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
South Orange, NJ
Venue
12 Bear Lane
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $50.00
Events
5K, 10K, 13.1M
Includes
T-Shirt
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The NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 starts at 9:00 AM on December 5, 2026, giving you a reasonable morning window for travel to South Orange. The race takes place at 12 Bear Lane and offers three distance options: a 5K, 10K, and half marathon on trail terrain. Entry fees range from $30 to $50 depending on distance and registration timing. This winter event works well for athletes training through the colder months or seeking a fall-back race date before the holiday season wraps up.

From the Race 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 2026 — South Orange, NJ?

NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 2026 — South Orange, NJ takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in South Orange, New Jersey.

Where is NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 2026 — South Orange, NJ held?

NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 2026 — South Orange, NJ is held at 12 Bear Lane in South Orange, New Jersey.

Where can I find hotels near NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 2 2026 — South Orange, NJ?

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