White Meadow Lake Festival 5k
- Date Sun 19th July 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Rockaway, New Jersey
- Price Free - $44.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the White Meadow Lake Festival 5K, taking place on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Rockaway, Morris. Known as the "Toughest 5K in New Jersey," this USATF-NJ certified course promises a challenging yet rewarding run for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic walkers. As part of the beloved Festival Days, this annual event has gained popularity over the years, drawing participants from the local community and beyond.
Join friends and family as you tackle this unique course that tests your endurance and showcases the stunning elevation changes of the area. Whether youβre aiming for a personal best or simply want to enjoy a fun-filled day with the community, the White Meadow Lake Festival 5K is the perfect opportunity. Don't miss your chance to take on this challenge on a refreshing July morningβit's an experience you wonβt want to miss!
Join friends and family as you tackle this unique course that tests your endurance and showcases the stunning elevation changes of the area. Whether youβre aiming for a personal best or simply want to enjoy a fun-filled day with the community, the White Meadow Lake Festival 5K is the perfect opportunity. Don't miss your chance to take on this challenge on a refreshing July morningβit's an experience you wonβt want to miss!
Organiser's Description
ARE YOU READY FOR THE TOUGHEST 5K IN NEW JERSEY?
_THE WML "TOUGHEST" 5K IN NJ IS A USATF-NJ CERTIFIED COURSE.
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For many years the White Meadow Lake Community has been holding their annual 5K Run/Walk for their residents and neighboring towns as part of Festival Days, a weekend long event.
As the years have passed the event has grown. More and more runners and walkers alike want to see if it truly is tough. Friends and family alike continue to share the secret about this tough run. Here is YOUR opportunity to see for yourself!
If you think you can handle it we welcome you to come and give it a shot. Here is the route that is run each year denoting the elevation. YOU do the math!
THE WHITE MEADOW LAKE COMMUNITY LOOKS FORWARD TO SEEING YOU TACKLE THIS CHALLENGE ON A COOL JULY MORNING.
_THE WML "TOUGHEST" 5K IN NJ IS A USATF-NJ CERTIFIED COURSE.
_
For many years the White Meadow Lake Community has been holding their annual 5K Run/Walk for their residents and neighboring towns as part of Festival Days, a weekend long event.
As the years have passed the event has grown. More and more runners and walkers alike want to see if it truly is tough. Friends and family alike continue to share the secret about this tough run. Here is YOUR opportunity to see for yourself!
If you think you can handle it we welcome you to come and give it a shot. Here is the route that is run each year denoting the elevation. YOU do the math!
THE WHITE MEADOW LAKE COMMUNITY LOOKS FORWARD TO SEEING YOU TACKLE THIS CHALLENGE ON A COOL JULY MORNING.
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100 White Meadow Road, White Meadow Lake, Rockaway, 07866, NJ, United States
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