🧟 Clinton Road Zombie Run – Zombie Crawl, 5k, 8k & 10k
Where the undead meet endurance.
Clinton Road, infamous for its eerie legends and haunted reputation, becomes the ultimate backdrop for a chilling challenge. Runners will test their speed, stamina, and courage as they race through shadowy woods, foggy stretches, and the unsettling silence of one of New Jersey’s most mysterious roads.
👟 Race Distances
• Zombie Crawl: This walk/run is guaranteed to get you moving. Grab your missing limbs and hit the road for a brisk "tour" of Clinton Road. Come costumed and ready to show that the undead don't stay dead.
• 5k: A fast-paced sprint through the haunted forest, perfect for beginners or thrill-seekers.
• 8k: A mid-distance challenge that pushes runners deeper into the heart of Clinton Road’s legends.
• 10k: The full endurance test—only the bravest survive the whispers, shadows, and lurking zombies.
🎃 Atmosphere
• Zombie volunteers line the course, ready to chase, cheer, and spook runners.
• Haunted aid stations with eerie lighting and themed refreshments.
• Finish line festival featuring music, costumes, and awards for best zombie runner.
🏆 Awards & Fun
• Prizes for top finishers in 5k, 8k and 10k distance.
• Costume contest for the most creative undead look.
• “Survivor Medals” for everyone who makes it to the finish line.
Oct 18, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
09:00
$55.00
Oct 18, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$45.00
Oct 18, 2026
Distance — 8K
Type — Running
09:00
Oct 18, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
09:00
$25.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in West Milford.
Learn more about the host city, West Milford.
West Milford is a township in Passaic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 24,862, a decrease of 988 (−3.8%) from the 2010 census count of 25,850, which in turn reflected a decline of 560 (−2.1%) from the 26,410 counted in the 2000 census. It is the largest in the county by total area, covering 80.32 square miles (208.0 km2) and more than 40% of the county.
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