Wild Goose Trail Festival
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Event Overview
The Wild Goose Trail Festival takes place in Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, New Jersey. The event spans several days, with activities on Friday, followed by races on Saturday and Sunday, September 19-20, 2026.
Races and Distances
Multiple race distances are offered across two days. All events on Saturday start at 7:00 AM, while Sunday events start at 7:00 AM or 9:00 AM. The available distances are:
- 36 Hour event
- 100 Miles
- 100K
- 50 Miles
- 50K
- 30K
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 1 Mile Kids Run
A "Hardship Entry" registration option is available for those experiencing financial difficulties. For the 100-mile and 36-hour events, there is a 36-hour overall cutoff time, with a single checkpoint cutoff at mile 92.5.
Course and Location
The course is a loop within Wawayanda State Park, featuring a mix of trail types including double-wide trails, singletrack, technical sections with rocks and roots, wood plank boardwalks, and some road. The 100.25-mile course has approximately 11,275 feet of elevation gain. The event is held at Wawayanda Lake.
Additional Event Features
Free camping is available for participants, pacers, and crew on Friday and Saturday nights. The event includes a Friday schedule with a panel discussion, a pre-race meeting, and a film screening. The event supports the non-profit partner Bigger Than The Trail, which advocates for mental health.
Participants in the 100-mile and 36-hour events must complete 8 hours of trail work or race volunteering within a specified period or make a charity donation. Pacers are allowed for 100M/36H/100K/50M participants after sunset, and for all athletes over age 60 or athletes with disabilities at any time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
