The Jersey Devil Trail Challenge
- Date Wed 1st October 2025 - Fri 31st October 2025
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Jersey Devil Trail Challenge, taking place from October 1 to October 31, 2025, in the picturesque Moorestown, Burlington! This unique event invites participants to explore the stunning 52.7-mile Batona Trail, which winds through the enchanting Pine Barrens of New Jersey. Runners and hikers will traverse lush pine forests, scenic ponds, and serene streams, all while keeping an eye out for the legendary Jersey Devil that roams these woods.
Participants can choose between two exciting options: the 52.7-Mile Virtual Run, where you can complete the distance at your own pace throughout the month, or the Distance Challenge, which allows you to rack up miles through various activities, including running, cycling, swimming, and more. Each adventurer who conquers the full 52.7 miles will receive a special quick-dry neck towel featuring the iconic Jerry the Devil logo. Lace up your shoes and get ready for a thrilling month of outdoor fun and fitness!
Participants can choose between two exciting options: the 52.7-Mile Virtual Run, where you can complete the distance at your own pace throughout the month, or the Distance Challenge, which allows you to rack up miles through various activities, including running, cycling, swimming, and more. Each adventurer who conquers the full 52.7 miles will receive a special quick-dry neck towel featuring the iconic Jerry the Devil logo. Lace up your shoes and get ready for a thrilling month of outdoor fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
Winding through the heart of the Pine Barrens in New Jersey, the Batona Trail stretches 52.7 miles from Lake Absegami to Ong's Hat. This route takes runners and hikers through expansive pine forests, crossing ponds, streams, and bogs along the way. Just be cautious when traveling at nightyour chances increase of encountering the area's most legendary resident: the Jersey Devil.
Sign up for either the 52.7-Mile Virtual Run, which involves completing all miles on foot and submitting your results daily, or the Distance Challenge, which allows for multiple sport disciplines.
All participants completing 52.7 miles will receive a quick dry neck towel with Jerry the Devil logo mailed to the address on file.
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The 52.7 Mile Virtual Run This is about covering the distance as fast as possible.
Rules & Guidelines
To successfully complete the 52.7 Mile Virtual Run, you must cover a total of 52.7 miles on foot within 31 days. Eligible activities include:
Running
Walking
Hiking
Treadmill (indoors or outdoors)
Submission Requirements:
All results must be submitted with proof of completion, which can be:
A link to a fitness tracking website (e.g., Strava, Garmin, Fitbit, etc.), or
A screenshot showing:
Total distance
Time
Pace
Make sure your submission clearly shows all required details. Only verifiable entries will be counted toward your total. This distance does NOT need to be completed in one run. You may add as many runs as needed to complete the entire 52.7 miles. All runs must be completed in the period from October 1st through October 31st.
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The Distance Challenge This is about covering as many miles as possible in the allotted 31 days.
Activity Conversion Chart
In The Distance Challenge, running is the baseline activity. Other sports and activities will be converted to running-equivalent miles using the following chart:
Activity Conversion Rates
Running 1 mile = 1 mile
Cycling 3 miles = 1 mile running
Swimming 1 mile = 3 miles running
Strength Training / Cross Training 1 hour = 4 miles running
Yoga 1 hour = 3 miles running
Rowing / Paddling 1 mile = 1 mile running
Sign up for either the 52.7-Mile Virtual Run, which involves completing all miles on foot and submitting your results daily, or the Distance Challenge, which allows for multiple sport disciplines.
All participants completing 52.7 miles will receive a quick dry neck towel with Jerry the Devil logo mailed to the address on file.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The 52.7 Mile Virtual Run This is about covering the distance as fast as possible.
Rules & Guidelines
To successfully complete the 52.7 Mile Virtual Run, you must cover a total of 52.7 miles on foot within 31 days. Eligible activities include:
Running
Walking
Hiking
Treadmill (indoors or outdoors)
Submission Requirements:
All results must be submitted with proof of completion, which can be:
A link to a fitness tracking website (e.g., Strava, Garmin, Fitbit, etc.), or
A screenshot showing:
Total distance
Time
Pace
Make sure your submission clearly shows all required details. Only verifiable entries will be counted toward your total. This distance does NOT need to be completed in one run. You may add as many runs as needed to complete the entire 52.7 miles. All runs must be completed in the period from October 1st through October 31st.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Distance Challenge This is about covering as many miles as possible in the allotted 31 days.
Activity Conversion Chart
In The Distance Challenge, running is the baseline activity. Other sports and activities will be converted to running-equivalent miles using the following chart:
Activity Conversion Rates
Running 1 mile = 1 mile
Cycling 3 miles = 1 mile running
Swimming 1 mile = 3 miles running
Strength Training / Cross Training 1 hour = 4 miles running
Yoga 1 hour = 3 miles running
Rowing / Paddling 1 mile = 1 mile running
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The Jersey Devil Trail Challenge
