Trail Running calendar near Beaver Springs 2026-2027

Experience the heart of the PA Wilds with trail races through Elk State Forest. Choose from distances including 12k, 25k, or a 50k ultra and relay starting in Emporium.

A community 5K in Houtzdale, PA on October 17, 2026 at the Moshannon Valley Cross Country Course. Entry is $25 with a T shirt for pre-registrations by October 1; medals and a $50 prize are awarded to top finishers.

A fall fundraiser featuring a 3.1 mile Twilight Zombie Trail 5k in Coal Township, Pennsylvania, plus a free Monster Dash for kids. Pre-registration includes a T-shirt and race awards by age group.

Call of the Wilds Mountain Fest in Little Pine State Park on October 24, 2026 offers a 25K with over 5,000 feet of climbing and a 10K with about 1,000 feet. Both routes use singletrack trails including Torbert and Panther Run.

On October 24, 2026 in Boalsburg PA, Tussey Mountainback offers 50 mile and 50 km ultras, a half marathon, and multi runner relays on looped unpaved roads through Rothrock State Forest during peak foliage.

A themed, untimed trail event at Camp Anderson on October 24, 2026 where runners wear flag belts and navigate zombie zones. The event features runner and zombie roles, costume encouragement, awards, and proceeds benefiting local organizatio..

A beginner-friendly trail run on the Lakeshore Trail at Little Pine State Park in Waterville, PA, listed as a 5 mile course but typically about a half mile longer; limited to 200 entrants with tech shirts and post-race food.

A multi day trail event in Lock Haven PA offering 220 mile, 110 mile and 50K options with supported, self supported, unsupported and team formats plus virtual entries benefiting the Warrior Trail Foundation.

A trail event at Brush Mountain Sportsmen’s Association in Altoona with 10K and 5K races, a 5K walk, and a half mile youth race for ages 5 to 12. Awards and a post race gathering follow the races.

A charity trail event at Gifford Pinchot State Park featuring a 5k run and a 3.5k walk with dog-focused awards, proceeds supporting canine cancer research, and a free children's dash for ages 10 and under.

Trail race in Hyner, PA offering 25K and 15K routes that share the first 5.5 miles and include substantial elevation gain. Entry is limited and the event has strict no refund and no transfer policies.

Trail races in Tiadaghton State Forest near Waterville PA with a half marathon and 10K on technical rocky trails, steep climbs, vistas, streams, and waterfalls. Proceeds support a memorial scholarship fund.

A 48 hour out and back ultramarathon inside the abandoned Sideling Hill Tunnel in Valley-Hi, PA. Runners complete 63 out and backs through a 1.3 mile corridor to cover just under 160 miles while managing darkness and limited exits.

A December trail running event at Clarence Schock Memorial Park in Lebanon, PA, with marked 5- and 10-mile courses and significant elevation gain. Proceeds fund park projects and timing is handled by Pretzel City Sports.

Naked Nick is a low-fee winter trail run at Blue Marsh Lake offering 25K and 50K on rolling single-track and gravel. Aid every 3 to 4 miles, manual timing, and a traditional German-style finisher memento.

A night trail run at Zindel Park in McElhattan, PA on December 19, 2026, offering a 7 mile and a 5K course on local trails. Headlamps are required and registration opens July 19, 2026.

A no or low swag trail ultramarathon at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport, PA on March 6, 2027. Two distances, mostly single track with multiple aid stations, simple tear off bib timing, and finisher mementos plus age group awards.

Fire on the Rocks 10K on March 13, 2027 in McElhattan PA is a 10 km trail race over about 6.6 miles with roughly 1400 feet of climbing. The route follows local named trails and includes post race food and drinks at Zindel Park.

A chip timed 5k at Armstrong Valley Winery on March 13, 2027, following a cross country route through vineyards. Registration includes a T shirt, collapsible wine glass, finisher medal and a pour of wine; minors receive a discounted packet..

A trail running event in Hyner, Pennsylvania on April 17, 2027 offering 25K and 50K courses organized by PA Trail Dogs. The race has strict registration rules, firm cutoffs, limited spectator access, and specified bib pickup windows.