Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Pennsylvania for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 183 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Pennsylvania below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Final race of the Into the Woods 2026 trail run series, a chip timed six mile course through trails, fields and boardwalk at Asbury Woods in Erie, PA. Pre registration is $35 until October 9; day of entry is $40.
Experience a historic trail race through the rugged single track of Oil Creek State Park. Choose between four challenging distances ranging from 25K to 100 miles with belt buckle awards for ultra finishers.
Trail races of 10K, 5K and a 2.5-mile untimed nature run at Durty Dabber Pavilion in Lock Haven, PA supporting local youth programs.
Three trail options in Pottstown on October 10, 2026: a 5K, a 10 mile route, and a 1 mile family loop with proceeds supporting the Schuylkill River Trail.
Cross country meet at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia featuring men's 8,000 meter and women's 6,000 meter college/open races. Both courses are described as true cross country routes and include Flagpole, Parachute and Nursery Hills.
A 7th annual memorial 5K in Greensburg, PA on the Five Star Trail with run and walk options; proceeds support a scholarship fund for local Christian education.
A community trail event at Leaser Lake with a 5K run and walk, a separate 2K scenic walk, and a short kids fun run; timed results and age-group awards are provided.
A moderately hilly 5K at Knoebel Amusement Park with mixed gravel and asphalt, water stations, postrace refreshments, awards, and entry fees listed through October 7.
A community fundraiser run and walk in Bellwood PA featuring a woodland cross country course, door prizes, and a shirt only option.
A 4 mile trail race at Ives Run Recreation Area on October 10, 2026, with youth registration options, set fees and age group awards.
A charity running event in Punxsutawney with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and 1 mile fun run on the Mahoning Shadow Trail, featuring awards and timing by Miles of Smiles.
A 4 mile out and back trail race at Montour Preserve near Washingtonville PA on mixed grass, gravel, and forest surfaces with proceeds supporting the Bloomsburg Area YMCA BAY Swim Team.
Wooded trail event in Mifflin, PA with a hilly 5K, a one mile walk, and a kids fun run, plus age-group awards and post-run refreshments.
A Halloween-themed community event in Ridgway PA with a 5K, 2-mile walk and 1-mile kids run, costume awards, finisher prizes, and proceeds supporting local cheer athletes.
Trail event near Wellsboro, PA with 15K, 25K and 50K routes through Tioga State Forest, substantial elevation gain, staffed aid stations and post race food and entertainment.
Community memorial trail event in Lock Haven PA on Oct 11, 2026 with 8.7 and 4.55 mile courses and a post-race community celebration benefiting a local scholarship.
Community race in Schenley Park with a 5 km adult course, 1 km kids loop, packet pickup, picnic, and a finishers' medal shaped like the republic.
Two measured trail races at Evansburg State Park on October 11, 2026, with 14K and 6.5K options, water stops, age-group awards, and a mostly flat, runnable course.
A hilly 5K at Veteran's Park on 10/11/2026 with custom socks and chili for finishers, age-bracket medals, and a family festival with vendors and activities.
Family friendly cross country meet in Beaver Falls on October 11 with age-group races from 2K to 5K, race day registration and participant goody bags.