Trail Running calendar near Halifax 2026-2027

A fall ultramarathon and relay in Rothrock State Forest near Boalsburg, PA. Loop courses on mostly unpaved fire roads offer 50 mile, 50 km and half marathon options with staffed aid stations and relay transitions.

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.

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, raising funds for the Warrior Trail Foundation.

A backyard ultra scheduled for October 31, 2026 at Shawan Downs with repeated 4.167 mile loops. Runners complete as many loops as they can over a 24 to 48 hour period.

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.

Experience an off-road race weekend at Yeager’s Farm & Market featuring 4 and 10 mile trail runs. Enjoy a local atmosphere with post-race beer and bagels and earn a unique long sleeve tech shirt.

Run Through the Grapevine is an 8K cross country race at Linganore Winery in Mount Airy, Maryland on November 8, 2026. The course runs through vineyard rows and adjacent hop yards, and all finishers receive one free winery tasting.

A trail running event near Waterville, PA featuring a half marathon and 10K over rocky, technical single-track and old roads, with stocked aid stations, awards, event swag, and proceeds supporting a local memorial scholarship fund.

A one day trail festival at Independence Park on November 15, 2026, offering multiple distance races, 3 hour and 6 hour lap events, and a 2 mile walk. Live music, food trucks, and local vendors support East Vincent Parks.

A 48 hour out and back ultramarathon inside Sideling Hill Tunnel near Valley-Hi, PA. Runners cover just under 160 miles in repeated 1.3 mile loops in complete darkness while a Toll Ticket system limits exits.

FSX Black Friday 100 is a one-day ride and run on the Fifth Street Cross course in Emmaus, offering distances from 10k to 100 miles plus relay and mixed run and ride options. Entry is $25 plus a 6-pack or a $20 prize pot contribution.

Trail races at Clarence Schock Memorial Park in Mount Gretna feature marked 5 mile and 10 mile courses with significant elevation gain, and all proceeds support park trail maintenance and the education center.

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 50 km trail run at Hashawha Environmental Center in Westminster MD, featuring varied single-track, open fields, stream crossings and 5 aid stations. Entry for 2027 uses a lottery opening January 1, with indoor facilities and hot post-race..

An intermediate level 6.6 mile trail race at Zindel Park in McElhattan, PA on March 13, 2027, featuring about 1400 feet of climbing on trails shared with Frozen Snot and Boulder Beast. Organizer policy: no refunds or deferrals.

A chip timed 5K at Armstrong Valley Winery on March 13, 2027. Registration includes a shirt, a portable wine glass, a finisher medal that doubles as a wine stopper, and a pour of wine.

Genesee Valley Ultra is a timed loop trail event at Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center in Parkton, MD. Runners choose 24 hour, 12 hour, or 6 hour formats to complete as many laps as possible on a 2 mile loop, with chip timing and awards..