Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2024-2025

Flannels and Flapjacks is a unique trail running event scheduled for October 26, 2024, in Edinboro, PA. Participants can choose between a 5K race and a Kids Fun Run, with an emphasis on wearing flannel or flannel-patterned attire. The race takes place in Wainer and Inspiration Parks, featuring a cha..

The 10th Annual Dire Wolf 5 & 10 Mile Trail Race will take place at Wolf's Hollow County Park in Atglen, PA. This challenging trail run features a mix of terrain, including hills, rocks, and creek crossings, welcoming runners of all abilities. The event includes both a 5-mile and a 10-mile race, wit..

The Tussey Mountainback is an ultramarathon event held in central Pennsylvania, featuring a variety of race options including a 100-mile race, 50-mile race, 50k, and 50-mile relays, as well as a half marathon and a kids' 1-mile fun run. This event attracts runners from around the world, offering a c..

The Tussey Mountainback 50 Mile Relay and Ultra is a premier ultramarathon event held in central Pennsylvania, featuring a variety of races including a 100-mile race, a 50-mile ultra, a 50K, and a half marathon, along with a kids' 1-mile run. The event showcases the scenic beauty of Rothrock State F..

The Highland Fall Scramble is a 12-mile running event set in the scenic Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg, PA. Participants will traverse the North Country Trail, starting from the intersection of Miola Road and finishing at Shelter #1. This race offers runners the opportunity to experience some of ..

The Dirt Monster Trail Race is a challenging 5-mile cross country trail event held in North Park, Allison Park, PA. The race begins and ends near the Grant Pavilion and features a course that includes hilly dirt roads and unpaved trails, with a notable steep hill at the half-mile mark. Participants ..

The North Ridge Nightmare Trail Race is a Halloween-themed running event hosted by North Park Trail Runners in Pittsburgh, PA. Participants can choose between a 13K and a 6.66K course, both featuring scenic views of fall foliage and a mix of flat trails and challenging climbs, including a section on..

The Long Run - Fall Back is a unique running event taking place at Jacobsburg State Park in Wind Gap, PA. Participants can choose from a 5-mile loop, a 3-hour, or a 6-hour challenge, with the course featuring a mix of single track and gravel trails, and approximately 450 feet of elevation change. Th..

The View Trail Race, taking place in North Bend, PA, offers runners a chance to experience the scenic trails of the Hyner Challenge in a fall setting. Participants can choose between a 25K and a 15K option, with the 25K course modified to bypass Johnson Run while still providing a challenging experi..

The PA 50k Run4Resilience, along with a 20 Miler and 5K, is a challenging trail running event taking place in Raccoon Creek State Park, Hookstown, PA. This event aims to support veterans and military service members by fostering community and resilience through outdoor activities. Participants can r..

The Beer & Bagel Run in Pennsylvania is a popular off-road running event taking place over a weekend in November 2024 at Yeager’s Farm & Market in Phoenixville. Participants can choose from a 4-mile run on Sunday or a 10-mile run on Saturday, with an option to complete both for the Squatchy Challeng..

The Tiadaghton Trail Challenge is an exciting annual running event held in the scenic Tiadaghton State Forest, located in Waterville, PA. Participants can choose between a challenging Half Marathon and a 10K race, both featuring technical trails with stunning views of the Pine Creek Valley. The cour..

The Last Trail Standing event, taking place on November 17, 2024, at Settlers Cabin Park in Pittsburgh, PA, offers an exciting trail running experience with four challenging distances: 50K, 25K, 8 miles, and 5K. Runners will navigate a meticulously crafted 15.5-mile loop that showcases the park's di..

The Hex Hollow Half is a scenic running event held in Spring Valley Park, Glen Rock, PA, featuring two race options: a half marathon (13.13 miles) and a shorter 6.66-mile course. Participants will experience a diverse terrain that includes meadows, hardwood forests, and challenging trails with eleva..

The Chilly Trail Run 5K is an exciting running event taking place in Haverford, PA, on December 7, 2024. This race offers participants a chance to enjoy three miles of scenic trails in the Haverford Reserve, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced trail runners. All pre-registered part..

The Tame the Tower Trail Challenge is a running event taking place in Clarence Schock Memorial Park, Lebanon, PA, on December 14, 2024. Participants can choose from three distances: a 10-mile T-Rex, a 10k, and a Ferocious 5K, catering to runners, hikers, and walkers of all levels. The event aims to ..

The December Dam Drop at Curwensville Lake is an exciting inaugural running event scheduled for December 14, 2024. Participants can enjoy a variety of activities, including the Mostly Naked Trail 5K, where creativity in attire is encouraged for the chilly weather, and a Kid's Pajama 1-miler, allowin..

Naked Nick is a trail running event held at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport, PA, featuring 25K and 50K distances. The race offers a scenic course with a mix of single track trails and gravel roads, designed to be accessible for runners of various skill levels. Participants can expect aid stations along ..

The Frozen Snot is an exciting running event taking place in McElhattan, PA, featuring two challenging courses: a Long Course of 13.5 miles and a Short Course of 8.3 miles. Participants can expect a scenic yet demanding experience, with significant elevation gains on both routes. The event is capped..

The Looney Leprechaun Trail Races, taking place on March 1, 2025, in Newtown, PA, features a 10K Trail Race and a Half Marathon, both set in the scenic Tyler State Park. This event, now in its 12th year, is organized by trail runners for trail runners, emphasizing a community spirit. Participants wh..