Trail Running calendar near Altoona 2026-2027

Experience a unique night run on a flat 5k trail course in Apollo. Carry a light to guide your way on this out and back route and enjoy shuttled transport from the designated parking area.

Seventh annual trail races at Faylor Lake in Beaver Springs with 3.75 mile and 7.5 mile courses that cross dam, timber, field and shallow lake water. Postrace food and lake activities are available and proceeds support youth conservation pr..

Timed duathlon and 5K races plus a two mile community walk at Cook Forest State Park on July 18, 2026. The event supports Western PA CARES for Kids and includes cash prizes, raffles, fundraising prizes, and a free picnic lunch.

Trail races on the Lost Turkey Trail near Blue Knob State Park in Pennsylvania offer a 50K point to point, a 13.1 mile loop and a 10K(ish) option on single track and double track terrain.

A multi-distance running festival in Emporium, PA on July 26, 2026 featuring marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K with race shirts, medals, socks and free finish line photos.

Experience a diverse trail race at Camp Seph Mack featuring single track paths, creek crossings, and hills. Choose between 25K, 15K, and 8K distances with post race pizza and traditional finishers gifts.

A 5K run in Rimersburg, PA on August 1, 2026 along the Armstrong Rails to Trails, benefiting the KC Cross Country Boosters, with awards by sex and age group and multiple registration options including race day.

Eastern States 100 is a 103 mile single loop ultramarathon circling the Pine Creek watershed in Pennsylvania's Wilds with over 20,000 feet of climbing. The event is organized by Eastern States Trail Endurance Alliance and slated for August..

A community road and trail event on August 8, 2026 at the Ghost Town Trail access in Dilltown, Pennsylvania. It features a timed 7K with chip timing and a timed 2 mile fun run with gift card drawings, benefiting local parks and trails.

Participate in a 5K run or walk at the Somerset Historical Center to support the North Star Cross Country team. Enjoy a dedicated cross country course with awards for various age groups and included event t-shirts.

An annual event on August 9, 2026 in Schellsburg offering a 5K run and two 5K walks. The race raises funds for memorial scholarships and features age group awards, race shirts for preregistered entrants and professional timing.

A 25K trail race in Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg, PA, featuring a loop across 13 interconnected trails with riverside sections, shaded runs and three aid stations staffed by local teams.

A trail 5K in Gettysburg on August 15, 2026, with a race shirt option for early registrants and an event bottle opener medal. Brewfest options and tours of the Daniel Lady Farm House and Barn are available the same day.

A 14-mile trail race at Hyner Run State Park with a 7K option. The single-track course in Sproul State Forest is open to runners and speed-hikers, requires a qualifying time and enforces a 4.5 hour cutoff.

A point to point 50 mile ultramarathon on the northern Baker Trail near Vowinckel and Brookville PA, featuring 6,200 feet of climbing, individual and relay entries, aid stations, medal series rewards, and pre race training runs.

A community trail festival at Furnace Run Park in Shippensburg on August 29, 2026, featuring a one loop 5 kilometer race and a 1 mile event with chip timing and varied trail surfaces. Proceeds benefit Friends of Shippensburg Community Parks..

A college alumni running day at St. Vincent College on August 29, 2026 featuring a 5K, a new 1.6 mile option, and a free quarter mile Kids Fun Run. Registration fees vary and additional donations are welcome.

A community road event on August 30, 2026 at McCahill Park in Pittsburgh with a 5K and a 1 Mile race; every finisher receives a medal and t-shirts are available as an add-on.

A 3.8 mile running event at Pen Mar Park that climbs about 1.8 miles to High Rock Overlook and returns to the park. Registered finishers receive an official High Rock Mountain t-shirt and there are early and race day fee options.

A trail race at Camp Mt. Luther offering 5K and 10K looped courses to benefit Camp Mount Luther. The event includes a kids fun run, awards for top finishers and all finishers, and a water stop at the 5K mark.