Hot Mess Trail Races
From Second Capital Running
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Pittsgrove, New Jersey
- Price $69.90 - $80.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure at the Hot Mess Trail Races, organized by Second Capital Running! On Saturday, October 24th, 2026, join fellow trail enthusiasts at the scenic Parvin State Park in Pittsgrove Township, Salem, NJ, for a day filled with excitement and community spirit. Participants can choose between two thrilling race options: a classic half marathon or a unique 6-hour ultra challenge.
The half marathon features a fast and friendly lollipop-style loop that allows runners to experience the beauty of the trails with 95% off-road terrain, including twisty single-track paths, sandy stretches, and rooty sections. Runners will complete two loops, with aid stations at key points along the way to help fuel their adventure. For those seeking a more customizable experience, the 6-hour ultra invites you to tackle as many laps as you desire on a 4-mile loop, returning to the start/finish area to refuel after each lap. This event promotes a sustainable approach, being a carry-in, carry-out park, ensuring a clean and enjoyable environment for all. Don’t miss out on this ultimate trail party, where getting a little messy is just part of the fun!
The half marathon features a fast and friendly lollipop-style loop that allows runners to experience the beauty of the trails with 95% off-road terrain, including twisty single-track paths, sandy stretches, and rooty sections. Runners will complete two loops, with aid stations at key points along the way to help fuel their adventure. For those seeking a more customizable experience, the 6-hour ultra invites you to tackle as many laps as you desire on a 4-mile loop, returning to the start/finish area to refuel after each lap. This event promotes a sustainable approach, being a carry-in, carry-out park, ensuring a clean and enjoyable environment for all. Don’t miss out on this ultimate trail party, where getting a little messy is just part of the fun!
Organiser's Description
ITS GONNA BE A MESS IN THE BEST WAY POSSIBLE. THE HOT MESS TRAIL RACES TAKE PLACE AT PARVIN STATE PARK IN PITTSGROVE, NJ, OFFERING TWO AWESOME OPTIONS: A CLASSIC HALF MARATHON AND A CHOOSE-YOUR-OWN-ADVENTURE-STYLE 6 HOUR ULTRA. WHETHER YOU'RE HERE TO PUSH YOUR PACE OR YOUR TIME ON FEET, THIS RACE IS ALL ABOUT TRAILS, COMMUNITY, AND GETTING A LITTLE DIRTY IN THE WOODS.
THE COURSE STARTS AND FINISHES AT DANNA FARM FIELDS, USING A MOSTLY FLAT AND FAST LOLLIPOP-STYLE LOOP. EXPECT 95% TRAIL, WITH JUST A BIT OF PAVEMENT TO MIX THINGS UP. YOULL GET A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING: TWISTY SINGLE-TRACK, SAND, AND ROOTS ALL IN A BEGINNER-FRIENDLY FORMAT.
HALF MARATHON: YOU'LL HEAD OUT FROM THE START, COMPLETE TWO FULL LOOPS OF THE LOLLIPOP, AND RETURN TO THE FINISH. THERES AN AID STATION AROUND MILES 3.5 AND 8.5.
6 HOUR: YOULL RUN AS MANY LAPS AS YOU CAN (OR WANT) ON A 4-MILE LOOP, RETURNING TO THE PIT AFTER EVERY LAP TO REFUEL. THE ONLY AID STATION IS AT THE START/FINISH AREA.
PARVIN STATE PARK IS A CARRY-IN, CARRY-OUT PARK, MEANING THIS WILL BE A CUPLESS RACE AND ALL TRASH IS ONLY TO BE DISPOSED AT THE START/FINISH LINE - DO NOT LITTER. ALL RUNNERS MUST CARRY THEIR OWN CUP.
THIS ULTIMATE TRAIL PARTY IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY A COLLABORATION BETWEEN ENDLESS ENDURANCE AND SECOND CAPITAL RUNNING!
THE COURSE STARTS AND FINISHES AT DANNA FARM FIELDS, USING A MOSTLY FLAT AND FAST LOLLIPOP-STYLE LOOP. EXPECT 95% TRAIL, WITH JUST A BIT OF PAVEMENT TO MIX THINGS UP. YOULL GET A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING: TWISTY SINGLE-TRACK, SAND, AND ROOTS ALL IN A BEGINNER-FRIENDLY FORMAT.
HALF MARATHON: YOU'LL HEAD OUT FROM THE START, COMPLETE TWO FULL LOOPS OF THE LOLLIPOP, AND RETURN TO THE FINISH. THERES AN AID STATION AROUND MILES 3.5 AND 8.5.
6 HOUR: YOULL RUN AS MANY LAPS AS YOU CAN (OR WANT) ON A 4-MILE LOOP, RETURNING TO THE PIT AFTER EVERY LAP TO REFUEL. THE ONLY AID STATION IS AT THE START/FINISH AREA.
PARVIN STATE PARK IS A CARRY-IN, CARRY-OUT PARK, MEANING THIS WILL BE A CUPLESS RACE AND ALL TRASH IS ONLY TO BE DISPOSED AT THE START/FINISH LINE - DO NOT LITTER. ALL RUNNERS MUST CARRY THEIR OWN CUP.
THIS ULTIMATE TRAIL PARTY IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY A COLLABORATION BETWEEN ENDLESS ENDURANCE AND SECOND CAPITAL RUNNING!
Races
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6 Hour
Incl. $5.50 Fee & Giveaway Item
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$80.50
OPENS 01 FEB 26 -
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Giveaway Item
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
OPENS 01 FEB 26
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789 Parvin Mill Road, Pittsgrove, 08318, NJ, United States
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