Far Hills Races, Annual steeplechase racing event in Far Hills, New Jersey
Far Hills Races is a steeplechase competition held in New Jersey that takes place on Moorland Farms with six separate races throughout the day. Horses and riders navigate grass courses and natural obstacles, making it a spectacle of jumping and speed across open terrain.
The races began in 1870 as the Essex Hunt and moved to Moorland Farms in 1916, where it evolved into its present form. This relocation helped establish it as an ongoing horse racing competition that continues to operate today.
The event draws people who value gathering and socializing as much as watching the races themselves. Visitors set up elaborate food and drink displays at long tables, creating a relaxed social setting that defines the day as much as the competition does.
Visitors can drive to the location and find parking spaces designated for groups who want to set up picnic areas. Arriving early helps secure a good spot for your setup and a clear view of the races throughout the day.
The races are run on natural grass terrain rather than on specially built racetracks, making it one of the few major American steeplechase events with this distinctive format. This characteristic gives visitors an authentic look at how the sport was traditionally conducted.
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