17th Annual Chimney Rock 5-ish Miles Trail Race and Pizza Party! - Presented by Raritan Valley Road Runners
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Martinsville, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the 17th Annual Chimney Rock 5-ish Miles Trail Race and Pizza Party on Saturday, March 28, 2026! Set in the scenic Martinsville, Somerset, this event promises a thrilling challenge for trail running enthusiasts of all levels. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, following check-in starting at 8:00 AM. Runners will navigate a dynamic 5-mile course filled with rocky paths, gnarly roots, rolling hills, and stream crossings, all designed to test your skills and endurance.
After conquering the trail, join fellow participants for a celebratory post-race pizza party at the nearby Chimney Rock Inn, just a mile from the finish line. Enjoy unlimited pizza, salad, and soft drinks until 12:30 PM, with a full cash bar available for those looking to unwind. Awards will be given to the top finishers across various age categories, making this not just a race but a community celebration. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself in nature and socialize with fellow runners!
After conquering the trail, join fellow participants for a celebratory post-race pizza party at the nearby Chimney Rock Inn, just a mile from the finish line. Enjoy unlimited pizza, salad, and soft drinks until 12:30 PM, with a full cash bar available for those looking to unwind. Awards will be given to the top finishers across various age categories, making this not just a race but a community celebration. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself in nature and socialize with fellow runners!
Organiser's Description
CHECK IN STARTS AT 8:00 AM
RACE STARTS AT 9:00AM
COURSE INFO: Dont be fooled by the relatively short distance of this race. This great 5 Miler manages to pack in all forms of trail running to test even the most seasoned trail junkies. On the single track course (map) [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RGcTZ6xXGDRv9b7pjcV5VajS2mqWfKB2/view?usp=sharing] you will encounter rocks, gnarly roots, rolling hills, stream crossings, a few healthy climbs, and some speedy rocky downhill descents! Course marshals will be stationed throughout the race, in addition to the well-marked trail, to provide assistance and direction. A water stop will also be available, and you will pass there twice at Miles 1.5 and 4.
RACE DAY: Participants can park at Chimney Rock Park parking lot off Chimney Rock Road, with the registration area at the end of the lot near the park bathrooms. Be sure to check in and collect your bib, start/finish area, which is a short walk down the paved pathway toward the playground.
JOIN US FOR A POST-RACE PIZZA PARTY AND AWARDS AT CHIMNEY ROCK INN LOCATED JUST 1 MILE FROM THE RACE START/FINISH. UNLIMITED PIZZA, SALAD, AND SOFT DRINKS UNTIL 12:30PM; FULL CASH BAR IS ALSO AVAILABLE.
***THE PRE-RACE BRIEFING WILL OCCUR VIA E-MAIL. A SHORT RACE ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE HELD PRIOR TO THE RACE START****
AWARDS: AWARDS FOR THIS YEAR'S EVENT ARE SPONSORED BY OUR GENEROUS FRIENDS AT THE CHIMNEY ROCK INN! Top 3 Male & Female Finishers. Awards are also given for the top 3 Male & Female finishers in 10 year age bands. 10-19; 20-19; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80 and over.
PRICING:
BEFORE FEBRUARY 21 RVRR MEMBERS - $27 NON-RVRR - $30
FEBRUARY 22 - MARCH 8 RVRR MEMBERS - $32 NON-RVRR - $35
MARCH 9 - MARCH 28 RVRR MEMBERS - $37 NON-RVRR - $40
DAY OF REGISTRATION: RVRR MEMBERS - $42 NON-RVRR - $45
* JOIN RVRR: Raritan Valley Road Runners has been New Jersey's Best Running Club since 1983! We host multiple group runs each week, organize local races throughout the year, and help to promote the sport that we all love in as many ways as possible. We run hard and play hard, and we would love to have you join us! Check out our club page at www.rvrr.org [http://www.rvrr.org] and stop by for one of our weekly club runs on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday!
RACE STARTS AT 9:00AM
COURSE INFO: Dont be fooled by the relatively short distance of this race. This great 5 Miler manages to pack in all forms of trail running to test even the most seasoned trail junkies. On the single track course (map) [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RGcTZ6xXGDRv9b7pjcV5VajS2mqWfKB2/view?usp=sharing] you will encounter rocks, gnarly roots, rolling hills, stream crossings, a few healthy climbs, and some speedy rocky downhill descents! Course marshals will be stationed throughout the race, in addition to the well-marked trail, to provide assistance and direction. A water stop will also be available, and you will pass there twice at Miles 1.5 and 4.
RACE DAY: Participants can park at Chimney Rock Park parking lot off Chimney Rock Road, with the registration area at the end of the lot near the park bathrooms. Be sure to check in and collect your bib, start/finish area, which is a short walk down the paved pathway toward the playground.
JOIN US FOR A POST-RACE PIZZA PARTY AND AWARDS AT CHIMNEY ROCK INN LOCATED JUST 1 MILE FROM THE RACE START/FINISH. UNLIMITED PIZZA, SALAD, AND SOFT DRINKS UNTIL 12:30PM; FULL CASH BAR IS ALSO AVAILABLE.
***THE PRE-RACE BRIEFING WILL OCCUR VIA E-MAIL. A SHORT RACE ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE HELD PRIOR TO THE RACE START****
AWARDS: AWARDS FOR THIS YEAR'S EVENT ARE SPONSORED BY OUR GENEROUS FRIENDS AT THE CHIMNEY ROCK INN! Top 3 Male & Female Finishers. Awards are also given for the top 3 Male & Female finishers in 10 year age bands. 10-19; 20-19; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80 and over.
PRICING:
BEFORE FEBRUARY 21 RVRR MEMBERS - $27 NON-RVRR - $30
FEBRUARY 22 - MARCH 8 RVRR MEMBERS - $32 NON-RVRR - $35
MARCH 9 - MARCH 28 RVRR MEMBERS - $37 NON-RVRR - $40
DAY OF REGISTRATION: RVRR MEMBERS - $42 NON-RVRR - $45
* JOIN RVRR: Raritan Valley Road Runners has been New Jersey's Best Running Club since 1983! We host multiple group runs each week, organize local races throughout the year, and help to promote the sport that we all love in as many ways as possible. We run hard and play hard, and we would love to have you join us! Check out our club page at www.rvrr.org [http://www.rvrr.org] and stop by for one of our weekly club runs on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday!
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Chimney Rock 5-Ish Miles Trail Race and Pizza Party! Presented by Raritan Valley Road Runners
Incl. $2.80 Fee & PIZZA PARTY
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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Chimney Rock Park, 784 Chimney Rock Rd, Martinsville, 08836, NJ, United States
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