Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2025-2026

Hit rugged singletrack at Hex Hollow Half in Glen Rock PA on Nov 23, 2025 with a half marathon or 6.66 mile loop. Early registrants get an anniversary tee and proceeds benefit Olivia's House Grief & Loss.

Join the Seneca Valley Turkey Chase, a fast flat 5K at Graham Park on Thanksgiving Day with chip timing and age group awards. Run or walk, grab a race shirt, and bring a nonperishable food donation to support Armstrongs Breaking Bread.

Join the Schuylkill Navy Run on Thanksgiving in Philadelphia for a spirited 5 5/8 mile challenge along Kelly Drive and Boathouse Row. Expect scenic river views, rolling hills and post race awards at Fairmount Rowing Association.

Join the Fifth Street Cross on Black Friday in Emmaus for a choose your distance running and riding event from 10k to 100 mile. Start anytime, lap the festive course and add to the prize pot by bringing a six pack or $20.

Join Phoenixville's 16th annual Burn Off the Bird 5K on November 29, 2025, along the scenic Schuylkill River Trail. Run in person or virtually, grab a swag shirt and custom medal, and support local causes while enjoying a chip timed course.

Join the Cody Michael Davison 5k Memorial Run in Meadville on November 30 to honor Cody and bring the community together. Proceeds benefit Toys for Tots so please bring an unwrapped toy and all runners, walkers and families are welcome.

Shake off the winter chill at the Chilly Trail Run 5K in Haverford on December 6. Enjoy scenic trails, a cozy long sleeve race shirt for pre registered runners and light post race refreshments.

The Redman 9 mile trail race circles Redman Lake in York County on Saturday December 6, 2025, featuring scenic single track, about 1,200 feet of climbing and adventurous water tunnels. Enjoy a mid race aid station, post race snacks and fini..

Don an ugly sweater and join the Ugly Sweater XC 5K in Neffsville for a festive run and walk supporting the Manheim Township Cross Country Booster Club. Holiday music, hot chocolate, kids fun run and prizes add to the cheer.

Tame the Tower Trail Challenge on December 13 in Lebanon, PA invites runners to tackle scenic 5 mile or 10 mile trail courses and enjoy a festive community atmosphere. All proceeds support Clarence Schock Memorial Park with trail maintenanc..

Run a festive 3 mile loop along the Manayunk canal on Dec 13 and bring canned goods to support North Light Community Center. Try Brooks shoes, sip hot chocolate and show up in your most festive holiday gear.

Celebrate the season at the Minty Miler in Jim Thorpe on Saturday December 13, 2025. This family friendly one hour run or walk loops Penn Forest Park with minty treats, mugs while supplies last, and age group awards.

Naked Nick is a scenic trail race at Blue Marsh Lake near Leesport PA offering 25K and 50K distances on mostly single track with challenging climbs. Expect rustic trail conditions and gourmet post race fare from a chef and pastry chef.

Set sail for Blackbeard's Bounty Endurance Race in Pennsburg PA on December 20, 2025, and tackle timed 4 hour or 8 hour looped runs on scenic gravel trails. Enjoy pirate themed fun, post loop grog, and a race shirt and medal.

Run under the stars at Icicles on the Moon, a night trail event at Zindel Park in Lock Haven on December 27, 2025. Choose a 7 mile or 5K route around the reservoir, bring a headlamp, and help fund Zindel property revitalization.

Ring in 2026 with a 5K or 1 mile family fun walk along the flat Panhandle Trail in Oakdale, PA. Enjoy age group awards, a pacer to help hit target times, and a commemorative mug for the first 150 registrants.

Run or hike the Sierra Club Lancaster Polar Bear 5K on January 10 in Lancaster County Central Park, a chip timed winter trail with hills and possible mud or snow. Dogs on leash are welcome and finishers and top placers earn awards.

The Frozen Snot is a winter trail race on Bald Eagle Mountain near Lock Haven PA with 8.3 and 13.5 mile courses. Expect rugged technical terrain, steep climbs, icy or muddy conditions and bring traction gear for a true cold challenge.

Which event would you like summarized? Choose one: Green Mile Loop Challenge, North Ridge Nightmare Trail Race, Frozen Goat Challenge, or Winterfells Challenge.

Take on the Naked Bavarian at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport PA on March 7, 2026 with 20 mile or 40 mile trail options over scenic single track and gravel. A low cost ultra with aid stations and a chef prepared post race spread.