Trail Running calendar near Halifax 2026-2027

Four weekly 10K trail runs in May 2026 at the Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park, organized by park stewards and timed by running time. Local sponsors support the series and Friends of PVSP members receive a $27 series discount.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Endless Mountains in Pennsylvania with this technical trail event. Runners navigate waterfalls and vistas across two demanding distances with comprehensive aid station support and post race meals.

A 5k and 1 mile trail event at Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue in Mt. Airy, MD on May 30, 2026. The route crosses a 340 acre farm with draft horses nearby and features food trucks and mounted archery demonstrations.

A 25K and a half marathon through remote sections of Tiadaghton State Forest, featuring technical single track, stream crossings and scenic vistas. The event enforces strict cutoffs and limits the field to 250 entrants.

A longstanding five-mile memorial run on the C&O Canal Towpath in Williamsport, MD, held June 6, 2026, with regular and student entries, chip timing, technical T-shirts, and awards for podium finishers.

A community trail event at Opossum Lake Park offering a 6 mile obstacle course, a 4 mile run, and a 4 mile walk on mixed terrain, with chip timing, age-group awards, and proceeds benefiting the Friends of Opossum Lake Conservancy.

Experience a timed ultra marathon on technical single track trails in the Blue Mountains. Run as many 3.5 mile loops as possible through the shaded landscapes of the Bashore Scout Reservation.

Trail races in Colonel Denning State Park offering 15K and 25K routes with significant elevation gain, multiple aid stations, and a strict 120 runner limit. Spectator access is limited and overall winners receive awards.

A three night camp in Lock Haven, PA that runs real night sections of the Eastern States 100 course under guided support. Includes lodge lodging, pre-run meals, breakfasts, transport between trailheads, and limited on-course aid.

A community trail event at Paradise Farm Camps on June 11, 2026, offering a 5-mile run, a 5K, and a 1.5-mile family walk/run. All proceeds fund East Bradford Township's public trail program and trail development.

A last person standing backyard ultra at South Mountain Preserve with a 3.4 mile loop and 350+ ft of climb over rugged terrain. The event also features an evening Blackout one loop race and a beer mile.

A trail race near Montoursville, PA featuring an 8 mile Scramble on the Loyalsock Trail and a 4.5 mile Half Scramble. Limited to 200 participants, with awards by age group and proceeds supporting local cross country scholarships and Think B..

A night trail relay in Paradise, PA where teams and solo runners try to complete as many loops as possible in about 3 hours and 24 minutes on a marked 2 mile course. Team batons, glow rings, headlamps and on site divisions are used.

A trail event in Sproul State Forest offering a 10 km course with a 3.0 mile climb up McCloskey Mountain and a 3.7 mile descent, plus a 5 km option. Both distances are part of the 2026 Rocksylvania Trail Series.

A blue-blazed out-and-back trail event near Frederick, MD offering 50K and 25K options on rocky, shaded trails with stream crossings, mandatory hydration, limited entries and staffed aid stations.

A free kids trail event in North Bend, PA for ages 12 or under with a flagged course of about 2.75 miles, volunteers, an aid station, and an after race lunch. The festival is part of the Rocksylvania Kids Trail Series.

Experience a scenic 5 mile trail run through Lancaster County Central Park featuring grass paths and water crossings. Compete for age group awards and enjoy a post race prize raffle in a beautiful natural setting.

Test your endurance on a 2 mile paved loop at the Rodale Park 12 Hour Challenge. Cycle, run, or walk to support the development of the September 11th National Memorial Trail.

Trail races at Rocky Ridge County Park near York, PA on June 27, 2026 offering 50K, 33.3K, 16.7K and 10K over rocky, rolling terrain with significant climbs. Registration closes June 23.

A 10K trail race in Nolde Forest with age graded wave starts that give older and younger runners head starts, handcrafted awards for top finishers, a 250 runner limit, and a course that starts and ends near the Nolde Mansion.