Trail Running calendar near McHenry 2025-2026

Challenge yourself on the scenic Promised Land Trail in Canaan Valley State Park near Davis WV on June 27, 2026 with a 5.9 mile loop or an 11.8 mile double loop. All finishers get a medal and McClumsy T shirt, plus post race snacks and beer..

Challenge yourself on the Ironstone 100K, a scenic point to point ultramarathon across the Alleghenies. With minimal aid stations and a grassroots, all volunteer vibe, this tough July race is part of the GrandSlam SufferFest Series.

Run or walk the Roaring Run Race To The Moon Night 5k in Apollo PA on July 18, 2026 along a flat out and back on Canal Road under the stars. Bring a light, enjoy community vibes, and snag a race shirt while supplies last.

Run the scenic Third Winchester Battlefield on Aug 8, 2026 with 5k, 10k or half marathon options on mostly gravel trail. Chip timed event with finisher medal, tech shirt and virtual option, supporting Operation Enduring Warrior.

Swim roughly 30K through Pittsburgh's three rivers from Point State Park to the Point in a fully supported open water marathon that benefits Team Forever and families facing infant heart surgery. Limited water starts and strict time limits..

Join the Newton River Festival 5k in West Newton for a scenic 5k run or walk along the Gap Trail to kick off the river festival. Stick around for food, crafts, live music and fireworks for a full day of fun.

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

Take on the scenic Laurel Highlands Ultra in Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania along the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. Choose a rugged 70.5 mile ultra or a spirited 50K for a true trail running test.

The Export 100 Trail Run is a 104 mile out and back on the Westmoreland Heritage and West Penn trails with single track through local reserves. 32 hour cutoff, aid stations along the route, and 100% of profits support area trails.

Join the 2026 FAAP Fall Classic at North Park on October 4 for scenic cross country races on park trails including part of the Rachel Carson Trail as autumn arrives. Proceeds support an orphanage in the Philippines with bamboo medals.

Fire on the Mountain features 50K and 25K trail races through scenic, rugged Green Ridge State Forest near Little Orleans MD on November 1, 2026. Registration opens Feb 2, 2026 and a fall training run on Sep 27 uses the red trail for roughl..