Trail Running calendar near Emporium 2026-2027

A 50K trail race at Little Pine State Park near Waterville, PA on September 26, 2026. The route follows rugged, technical trails with about 7,500 feet of climbing and an 11 hour cutoff; median finish is about 7 hours 45 minutes.

Experience the beauty of RB Winter State Park with a half marathon or four mile trail race. Enjoy a community atmosphere with post race food and music while supporting local organizations.

A multi-event trail day at Duman Lake County Park on October 3, 2026 featuring a marathon, 15 mile race, several 5k options including an AWD division, a novelty 0.0k, and a casual 26.2 mile group bike ride.

Experience the autumn foliage during a scenic trail run through the historic Boal Estate and local nature preserves. Enjoy a festive atmosphere featuring a hills course for adults and a short loop for children.

A remote **100K** trail race in the Pennsylvania Wilds featuring over 13,400 feet of climb, steep short ascents, a lollipop course that reverses each year, and rules that prohibit crews, pacers, and spectators.

Trail races of 5K and 10K at Williamsport Water Authority feature singletrack, scenic views, and one aid station at Green Bridge; proceeds benefit the Think Big Pediatric Cancer Fund and race swag is guaranteed for the first 200 registrants..

A trail event in Bald Eagle State Forest with a hilly half marathon and a 10K through Poe Valley's steep singletrack and stream crossings. Aid stations, themed finisher awards, and a post race soup gathering complete the program.

Experience a historic trail race through the rugged single track of Oil Creek State Park. Choose between four challenging distances ranging from 25K to 100 miles with belt buckle awards for ultra finishers.

Trail event near Wellsboro, PA with 15K, 25K and 50K courses through Tioga State Forest. Expect steep climbs, stream crossings, technical descents, staffed aid stations, post race food, shirts and finisher medals.

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.

On October 18, 2026 Many Lite at Letchworth State Park follows about 20.5 miles of trails through waterfalls and overlooks, with two aid stations, pace cutoffs, and a shuttle from the finish to the start.

A mid-October trail event at Little Pine State Park offering a demanding **25K** and a **10K** with significant elevation. Courses use local trails including Torbert and Panther Run, limited to 400 runners and subject to cut-offs and strict..

A trail running event in Allegany State Park offering 25km, 50km, and 50 Miler options on a marked looped course with two aid stations, timed cutoffs, and event socks for all entrants.

A multi-distance trail event in Rothrock State Forest on October 24, 2026, featuring a 50 mile route with 5,485 ft elevation gain, staffed aid stations, relay options, a half marathon, and a kids fun run.

A roughly 2 mile untimed loop at Camp Anderson on October 24, 2026 where runners, walkers and costumed zombies navigate Zombie Zones and flag belts. Proceeds benefit Tyrone Snyder Public Library and Camp Anderson.

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.

Multiple self-directed trail runs around Lock Haven PA offering 220 mile, 110 mile and 50K options with Supported, Self-Supported, Unsupported and Team formats. Proceeds benefit the Warrior Trail Foundation and coaching scholarships for vet..

A fall trail event in Hyner, PA offering 25K and 15K routes on The View, Post Draft, SOB and Huff Run. The 25K gains about 3,000 ft and the 15K about 1,800 ft; registration opens December 18 and is limited to 500.

Trail races near Waterville, PA offering a half marathon and 10K on technical, rocky singletrack with steep climbs, valley vistas, stocked aid stations, awards, and a post-race celebration.