2018 SMR Mayapple Trail Runs...

• 10 Mile Run :- Run 10 Miles
• 20 Mile Run :- 20 Mile Run
• 50K Run :- 50K Run
• 100K Run :- 100K Run

_ The 2018 SMR Mayapple Trail Runs:

Runners are invited to register for the ninth Mayapple Trail Runs to be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 in beautiful South Mountain Reservation in Essex County, N.J. Organized by the volunteers of the South Mountain Conservancy (SMC), with the support of the Essex County Parks Department, the races provide an informal but supportive trail race environment for runners who are up to the challenge of completing 10 or 20-mile distances, or ultra-marathons of 50 or 100 kilometers (31 and 62 miles). All proceeds support the mission of the Conservancy as a steward and advocate for the park and its public programs (go to  www.somocon.org for more information).  

Event details and schedule

All races start at the Locust Grove picnic area in Millburn. The course consists of a 10.5-mile east loop and 10.2-mile west loop through the forested 2,110-acre South Mountain Reservation. Following along the valley floor and the two ridges, the course includes long stretches of double-wide gravel roads, technically challenging, meandering single-track hiking trails with roots and rocks, and a short, half-mile stretch of pavement. It is a good combination of level paths, rolling hills, moderate climbs, and a few very steep ascents. The east and west loops total approximately 1,500 feet of ascent. Aid stations positioned approximately every five miles on the east and west loops.

For detailed course information, go to: https://sites.google.com/site/southmtn100k/

Parking at Locust Grove is limited.  We recommend parking in lot 7 across Glen Avenue between the First Aid Station and the Millburn Library.

There are aid stations roughly every five miles where runners can have bags dropped off. At the stations, we offer electrolyte drinks and water, granola bars, pretzels and snacks. If you have a special request, please let us know; we will do our best. We are also still looking for volunteers to help out on the day of the race at the stations. To manage the number of participants and administration, there are no race-day registrations -- registration ends Friday, May 18th at 6:00 p.m. There are no refunds.

-) 2018 race registration is open • Registration Information