Trail Running calendar near Apollo 2025-2026

Join the Ugly Sweater 5K at Helicon Brewing in Oakdale for a festive flat out and back on the Panhandle Trail, plus a 1 mile fun walk. Finishers get medals and the first 150 5K registrants score a free ugly Christmas hat.

Kick off the year at the New Year's Resolution Run in Oakdale, PA on January 1 with a flat, fast 5K on the Panhandle Trail and a family one mile walk. Register by December 31 to claim a commemorative coffee mug for the first 150 and run wit..

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

Free, nonprofit run in Pittsburgh on March 7, 2026: a roughly 30k urban route that climbs 50 city staircases across the Northside. Low key and self supported, donations go to Riverview Park programs.

Soles for Songs 5K in Oakdale, PA supports the South Hills Children’s Choir scholarship fund. Run a scenic out and back on the Panhandle rail trail from Helicon Brewing, then enjoy refreshments and community spirit.

Choose a 10K course or a hillier half marathon at the Dirty Kiln Trail Races in Canoe Creek State Park, featuring lake loops, stream crossings and muddy singletrack. Family friendly for ages 8 to 100, organized by volunteers with proceeds b..

UltraTrax Wisp at Wisp Resort near Deep Creek Lake on April 11, 2026 invites walkers, hikers, ruckers and runners to tackle scenic 7 mile loops with punchy climbs and ridge top views. Choose 1 to 4 loops, try a weighted ruck, and support th..

Run the flat, fast Yough River Trail at the Boston Trail Half Marathon and 5K in Elizabeth Township, PA on April 18, 2026. Enjoy medals, pacers in the half, and a family friendly 5K while supporting local trail upkeep.

Experience a nighttime trail run at Coopers Rock State Forest on April 25 with scenic overlooks and rugged singletrack in a 50 km ultra or a 21 km half marathon. Bring a headlamp and backup for big climbs and unforgettable views.

Experience Tapped For Sap 25k+ in Beaver Falls, a unique roughly 16 mile loop through Brady's Run Park with runnable trails and rolling hills. Maple syrup shot stations and pancakes at the finish add charm to this Trail Sisters Approved spr..

Tackle the scenic Glacier Ridge Trail in Moraine State Park with 20 mile, 50K, 50 mile and 50 mile 5 person relay options on out and back courses. Rugged singletrack, aid stations and finisher medallions await.

Run scenic trails at Drake Well Museum and Oil Creek State Park with 5 mile, 13 mile, or stacked 18 mile options. Proceeds support Friends of Drake Well and entries include a race T shirt.

Join the Path of the Flood on May 23, 2026 with 5K, 8 Mile, or 14 Mile courses that pass through the luminary lit Staple Bend Tunnel and scenic trails, finishing at Peoples Natural Gas Park. Proceeds benefit Cambria County trails.

Tackle winding single track trails and gravel roads around Brady's Run Lake at the Rabid Raccoon 100 in Beaver Falls, PA. Multiple distances from 5k to 100 miles plus a night half, with beer and coffee for finishers.

Experience the rugged beauty of Laurel Ridge State Park at the Laurel Highlands Ultra in Ohiopyle. Run point to point along the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail with 70.5 mile and 50K solo and relay options for adventurous runners.

Experience a unique blend of trail running and horseback riding at Hillman State Park near Pittsburgh. Teams can take on Ride and Tie or Equathon distances from 6 to 30 miles over flowy singletrack, grass and gravel in a scenic two day even..

Join Hell Hath No Hurry at Settler's Cabin Park on June 27, 2026 for scenic trail races from 10K to a 50 mile epic. Every finisher gets custom technical socks and a handcrafted award, with podium prizes for top men and women.

Challenge yourself on the Ironstone 100K, a scenic point to point ultramarathon across the Alleghenies. With minimal aid stations and a grassroots, all volunteer vibe, this tough July race is part of the GrandSlam SufferFest Series.

Run or walk the Roaring Run Race To The Moon Night 5k in Apollo PA on July 18, 2026 along a flat out and back on Canal Road under the stars. Bring a light, enjoy community vibes, and snag a race shirt while supplies last.