Trail Running calendar near Boalsburg 2025-2026

The Slopeside Slumber Party is a unique nighttime running event held at Roundtop Mountain Resort in Lewisberry, PA. Participants tackle a challenging ~1.5-mile loop featuring 600 feet of elevation gain, including a steep climb to York County's highest point and a thrilling, fully lit descent. The co..

The 2025 Gettysburg Brewfest & Trail 5K is a unique running event held in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, at 890 Hanover Road. This 5K trail run combines fitness with fun, offering participants a race shirt (for early registrants) and a special event bottle opener medal. The race takes place near the hist..

The Heart of Tioga Trail Run is an annual 5K trail running event held in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, supporting the Heart of Tioga Pregnancy and Parenting Support organization. The event features a scenic trail course that is not stroller friendly, inviting participants to walk or run. Registration is..

The Hyner Half is a challenging 14-mile trail race held at Hyner Run State Park in Pennsylvania's Sproul State Forest, part of the scenic PA Wilds. Known for its rugged single-track trails and 3,000 feet of elevation gain, the race is designed for runners and speed-hikers, with a strict 5.5-hour tim..

The Baker Trail UltraChallenge is a 50-mile ultramarathon held on the scenic Baker Trail in Pennsylvania, featuring a challenging point-to-point course with 7,800 feet of elevation gain. The 2025 race covers the Southern section, starting in Godfrey, PA, and finishing at a historic farmhouse basecam..

The Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon is held annually in Bear Gap, Pennsylvania, within the scenic Weiser State Forest's Roaring Creek Tract. The event features both a half marathon and a 5k race, each following fast, flat, out-and-back courses along reservoir lakes and forest roads in this 9,000-acre..

The Dandelion Run is an entry-level trail race held at Camp Mt. Luther in Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for August 30, 2025, it offers both 5K and 10K distances, with the 10K being a double loop of the 5K course.The trail is marked with mile indicators and includes one water stop. Electronic..

The Pine Creek Challenge is a scenic trail running event held in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, featuring distances of 100 miles, 100K, 50 miles, and a marathon. The course follows the Pine Creek Rail Trail, a 63-mile crushed stone path through the Pine Creek Gorge, known as the "Grand Canyon of the East...

The Smallfoot Trail Fest, held in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, is a free trail running event designed specifically for children aged 12 and under. The approximately 3-mile course features a few small hills, potential stream crossings, and muddy sections depending on weather, providing a fun and challen..

The Jim Mayer Trail Family Fun Run, held in Johnstown, PA, features 5K and 10K out-and-back courses along the scenic Jim Mayer Riverswalk Trail. The 10K covers the entire trail from Riverside to Sandyvale, while the 5K runs from Riverside to Bridge Street and back. Runners enjoy views along the Ston..

The Knight Ruck at Gov. Dick will take place in Mount Gretna on Friday 12 September 2025. You can run between 4 and 8 miles.

The 13th annual Blood, Sweat & Tears Run in Mount Gretna, PA, promises to be an exciting event featuring three scenic courses along the Lebanon Valley Rails to Trails. This timed event ensures safety with police support and volunteers. Participants can look forward to post-run festivities, including..

The Rock 'N The Knob Trail Challenge, held in Claysburg, Pennsylvania, is the state's highest trail race, taking place atop Blue Knob Mountain at over 3,100 feet elevation. The event offers three challenging courses: a 10K "Short Course" with steep climbs and technical terrain, a 20K-25K "Medium Dis..

The All Hollowed Out 5K is a race held in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, at 500 Kings Gap Road. Sponsored by the Friends of Kings Gap, the event supports the refurbishment of the carriage house at the historic Cameron Masland Mansion and other projects in the area. The course features a mix of terrain, wit..

The Dam Half is a challenging half marathon trail race held in the scenic forests of central Pennsylvania. Designed for both experienced runners and adventurous hikers, the course spans 13 miles and features a mix of single and double track trails, fire roads, and various natural obstacles such as r..

The Step Outdoors TRYathlon & 5K Trail Run/Walk takes place at Hills Creek State Park in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania. Participants can choose to compete solo in the TRYathlon, join a team, or participate in the 5K Trail Run/Walk. The TRYathlon consists of three legs: running or walking a course around H..

The Tröegs Rugged Trail 5k Run for Conservation will take place in Millersburg on Saturday 20 September 2025.

The Boulder Beast is a challenging trail running event held annually in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, on Bald Eagle Mountain. The 2025 race marks its 10th year and offers two distances: a grueling 24-mile course with about 6,000 feet of elevation gain, and a 25K option for those seeking a shorter but st..

Mountain Creek Mayhem is a trail-running event held at Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Gardners, Pennsylvania, nestled in the northern Michaux State Forest of the Appalachian Mountains. The race offers three distances: a challenging 50K (about 33 miles with 4,400+ feet elevation gain), a tough 20-m..

The Red Barn Challenge is an annual ultrarunning event held at Marzella Farm in Lykens, Pennsylvania. The 2025 edition marks its 6th year, featuring timed races of 24, 12, and 6 hours on a one-mile loop course composed mostly of grass and mulch, with about 70 feet of elevation gain per mile. The sce..