Trail Running calendar near Hershey 2026-2027

The Johnnycake Jolt Series offers four weekly 10k trail runs in Patapsco Valley State Park. It's a grassroots, low-key event organized by park stewards, with a discount for park members.

Tough Mudder Philly on May 23, 2026 at Plantation Field near Coatesville, PA offers 5K and 15K obstacle courses, an Infinity multi lap format, a Mudder Village spectator area, and finisher medals, shirts, headbands, and a finisher drink.

Experience a mix of road and single track trails at this Memorial Day Weekend event featuring a half marathon and a 5K. Test your skills on the rocky Plowville Section to support the Berks County Special Olympics.

A 31.9 mile trail ultramarathon at Cowans Gap State Park on May 24, 2026, with about 5,800 feet of elevation gain and seven aid stations. Entry is limited to 75 runners and prior ultramarathon completion is required.

The Johnnycake Jolt Series offers four weekly 10k trail runs in Patapsco Valley State Park. It's a grassroots, low-key event organized by park stewards, with a discount for park members.

Trail run and walk on May 30, 2026 at Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue in Mt. Airy, MD featuring 1 mile and 5K courses across forest trails and open pasture with draft horses on the farm.

This 45th annual memorial race honors coach Gary Brown with a fast, flat five-mile out-and-back on the shaded C&O Canal Towpath. Participants receive chip timing, a tech shirt, and awards. A student entry option is available for this Willia..

Awesum Possum Lake Trail Adventure at Opossum Lake Park offers a 6 mile obstacle course, a 4 mile run, and a 4 mile walk. The mixed-terrain course follows the Anglers Access Trail, uses chip timing, and benefits the Friends of Opossum Lake..

Experience a low key trail event at Colonel Denning State Park featuring significant elevation gain and scenic vistas. Choose between two distances that provide a relaxed atmosphere and a community focused post race celebration.

A trail event in Wissahickon Valley Park on June 6, 2026 offering a 10K race and a 1 mile family nature walk. Proceeds support Friends of the Wissahickon for trail and watershed stewardship.

A three night camp near Lock Haven, PA that runs real sections of the Eastern States 100 at night. Lodging, transportation, meals, and limited on course support are provided to simulate race night conditions.

An annual June trail event at Paradise Farm Camps in Downingtown PA featuring a 5 mile run, a 5K, and a 1.5 mile family walk or run, with all proceeds supporting East Bradford Township public trails.

Experience a unique endurance test at the Wildlands Conservancy South Mountain Preserve featuring a last person standing backyard ultra a nighttime trail lap and a non alcoholic beer mile.

An 8 mile trail race near Montoursville, PA with a new 4.5 mile Half Scramble option. The field is capped at 200 and awards cover overall and age groups while proceeds support scholarships and the Think Big pediatric cancer fund.

The Husky Run 5K is a 5K running race on June 14, 2026 at the Ma and Pa Trail Williams Street trailhead in Bel Air, Maryland. Registration runs from March 27 to June 10 with a $20 fee.

A rocky out and back trail race near Frederick, MD offering 50K and 25K on shaded singletrack with stream crossings, three aid stations and mandatory on course hydration for a self reliant trail experience.

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.

This unique 10k trail race in Nolde Forest uses an age-graded start, giving everyone a chance to compete. Runners are grouped by age and gender, with head starts calculated to level the field. A portion of proceeds supports the maintenance..

Trail races at Coventry Woods Park on June 28, 2026 include 5K, 10K, timed 3 hour and 6 hour events plus a 6 hour team relay. Courses are mostly single track with notable elevation and on-course aid stations.