Hot Mess Trail Races
Hot Mess Trail Races offer a fun, beginner-friendly half marathon and 6-hour ultra in Pittsgrove, NJ.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Pittsgrove, NJ
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Pittsgrove, New Jersey
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.95 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 103
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hot Mess Trail Races at Parvin State Park in Pittsgrove, NJ, promise a trail running party with a unique "messy" vibe. Runners can choose between a half marathon or a 6-hour ultra, with the half marathon featuring a mostly flat, fast lollipop-style loop.
The course is predominantly 95% trail, weaving through twisty single-track, sandy sections, and over roots, making it beginner-friendly yet engaging. The half marathon consists of two full loops of this scenic woodland course, supported by aid stations around miles 3.5 and 8.5.
This event, a collaboration between Endless Endurance and Second Capital Running, emphasizes community and getting a little dirty. With a median field size of around 50 finishers and runners typically from about 5 states, it offers an intimate, local feel. The race is cupless, requiring participants to carry their own hydration, aligning with the park's carry-in, carry-out policy.
Race-provided description
It’s 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. You’ll 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. There’s an aid station around miles 3.5 and 8.5.
6 Hour: You’ll 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!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Giveaway Item
Start Location
789 Parvin Mill Road, Pittsgrove, NJ, 08318
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Forest
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
2 years running
~51.5 finishers a year
shrinking
14% returning runners
3 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 5 states
winner 1:32:57
typical high 0°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
0°
Afternoon (High)
0°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.0"
Precipitation
0 mph
Wind
0%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 103 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
103
Median time
2:13:12
Latest turnout
44
States
8
Turnout by year
2023–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Hot Mess Trail Races?
The Hot Mess Trail Races is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Hot Mess Trail Races take place?
It takes place in Pittsgrove, New Jersey.
What distances does the Hot Mess Trail Races offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.95 Miles.
Is the Hot Mess Trail Races course flat and good for a PR?
The Hot Mess Trail Races is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Hot Mess Trail Races?
HalfRuns has finish records for 103 runners who have completed the Hot Mess Trail Races.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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