Trail Running calendar near Alexandria 2025-2026

Morley's Run in Johnstown on Saturday, November 1, 2025 invites runners and walkers to a scenic 5 mile course finishing inside Peoples Natural Gas Park. Proceeds support Newspapers in Education and the route highlights local landmarks.

Run Fire on the Mountain in Green Ridge State Forest near Little Orleans MD on November 2 2025 with 50K and 25K options. Tackle technical singletrack, scenic climbs, aid stations, and a welcoming finish with a finisher premium.

Gulliver's Run on Nov 2, 2025 at Gifford Pinchot State Park offers a scenic 5k trail run and Maisy's March 3.5k walk. Join runners and dogs to celebrate beloved Vizslas and raise funds for canine cancer research and care.

Enjoy a challenging fall trail race in Hyner, PA with 25K and 15K options across scenic View, Post Draft, SOB and Huff Run trails. Expect rugged climbs, stunning views and a limited field for a true trail running experience.

Run the NIRCA Open 6K at Hershey Parkview Country Course on Saturday, Nov 8, 2025. Open to the public and alumni, this rain or shine community race is a spirited prelude to NIRCA nationals with merch and day of registration.

Tackle the Bobcat Trail Run, an 11 mile out and back through scenic Catoctin trails at Cunningham State Park on November 8, 2025. Expect rugged singletrack, a steep climb called Bobs Hill, an aid station at the turnaround and a cotton tee.

Take on technical, rocky singletrack and steep climbs at the Tiadaghton Trail Challenge in Waterville PA on Nov 9, 2025, with half marathon and 10K options. Enjoy forest vistas, streams and waterfalls while supporting a local scholarship fu..

Take on the Warrior Trail series near Lock Haven PA with 220 mile, 110 mile and 50 kilometer routes through mountain terrain and fall foliage. Solo or team formats available and proceeds support the Warrior Trail Foundation.

Support the Huntingdon County Library on November 15 in Alexandria PA with a family friendly 5K, 2 mile walk or kids sprint on a flat rail trail. Register early for a long sleeve shirt and race goodie bag.

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.

Patriotic Pursuit at Williamsport Park offers 5k, 10k and half runs along a flat scenic C&O Canal Trail beside the river. Chip timed with finisher medal, tech shirt and virtual option supporting Semper Fi & America's Fund.

Fire on the Rocks is a rugged 10K trail at Zindel Park near McElhattan, PA, with about 1,400 feet of climbing across challenging singletrack. Limited to 400 runners, the intermediate course finishes with scenic views and sticky buns.

Run a chip timed 5k through Armstrong Valley Winery vineyards and enjoy a wine pour plus a finisher medal that doubles as a bottle stopper. Cross country footing and rolling hills welcome runners and walkers while supporting Nik's Wish.

Tackle muddy singletrack, stream crossings and rolling hills at Canoe Creek State Park with your choice of about 10K or a half marathon. Family friendly and charity minded, this spirited trail race welcomes ages 8 to 100.

Climb rugged single track through streams and sweeping vistas at the Hyner View Trail Challenge, featuring a punchy 25K and a gutsy 50K with big vertical and technical terrain. Fields are limited, registration opens in May.

Explore rugged single track through Tiadaghton State Forest at the 8th annual Slate Run Trail Race, offering 25K and Half Marathon routes with streams and big views. Limited field of 250 so register early.

Sproul 10K is a scenic yet challenging trail run up McCloskey Mountain with rugged single track, stream crossings, and sweeping views. Limited to 400 runners, the race includes a technical shirt and a post race meal.

Little Loggers Trail Fest invites kids 12 and under to a free trail run in North Bend over a 2.75 mile marked course with volunteers and an aid station. Only 300 spots; finishers get recorded results and free entry to Little Pine 5 Miler.

Tackle the Ironstone 100K, a scenic point to point trail ultramarathon across the Alleghenies, July 11 to 12, 2026. Expect rugged singletrack, minimal aid, and a true backcountry challenge for experienced runners.

Tackle the Eastern States 100, a rugged 103 miles single loop through Pennsylvania's Wilds around Pine Creek. Expect steep climbs, remote trails, and variable weather on a demanding course built for experienced trail runners.