Trail Running calendar near Jacobus 2026-2027

A turtle-themed 5K trail run at Hopkins Farm Brewery that supports local wildlife conservation. Participants receive a wooden medal and costume prizes are awarded. The event concludes with a festive after-party featuring live music.

Experience a unique trail run or walk through private farmlands and marsh ponds in Elverson. Enjoy post race festivities featuring search dog demonstrations and food prepared by an on site chef on this beautiful property.

Experience the rugged terrain of Michaux State Forest with trail races and a half marathon. Navigate creek crossings and forest climbs at Pine Grove Furnace State Park or participate virtually from any location.

The Fifth Street Rock Monster is a technical trail event on the private singletrack of Forever Farm. The 2026 edition features a new continuous loop course across five distances, camping, and a post race meal.

Experience a fast and flat race along the scenic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath in Potomac. With 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances available, walkers and runners are invited to set new personal records at Carderock Park.

A memorial trail event at Piney Run Park featuring a 5.25 mile loop used for 50K, 25K, a 5 miler and an 8 hour challenge. Aid stations and loop transition support are provided and finishers receive a hat or visor and a medal.

Enjoy a cross country style 5k run or walk through the scenic Hauser Hill Event Center. Participants receive a finisher medal and a pour of wine in a collectible glass at the finish line.

A charity race at Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines in Pottstown, PA on April 18, 2026 offering 10K, 5K and a 1 mile walk across open fields and farm terrain. Registrations support care and rehabilitation for rescued and retired horses.

A trail ultramarathon in Gunpowder State Park with 25K and 50K options on a 15.5 mile loop. Staffed aid stations and a nine hour time limit support runners throughout the course.

Trail run at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, VA featuring mostly smooth singletrack, lake views, and short technical sections. Choose 5.1 miles (one lap) or 10 miles (two laps) with options for swag, optional medals, and a supervised kids prog..

Experience a scenic 5K cross country race through the hop yards and vineyards of Red Shedman Brewery. Finishers enjoy a complimentary beverage at this unique farmhouse event in Mount Airy.

A *100-mile* ultramarathon on the C&O Canal towpath near the Potomac River, run as one ~40-mile loop plus two ~30-mile loops. Aid stations appear every 3–6.9 miles and the event is a WSER 2027 qualifier.

Course and Format The event is a 50-kilometer (31-mile) race along the Schuylkill River Trail. It starts and finishes at Saint Michael's Park, which adjoins Lock 60 in Mont Clare, Pennsylvania, adjacent to Phoenixville. The course follows t..

Experience a unique trail race through an active rock quarry at the Luck Stone Leesburg Plant. This 5K event supports environmental preservation and features family activities and awards for all ages.

An annual 5K at Marymount University on April 25, 2026, run on the Bluemont and Custis Trails with a post-race gathering, a virtual option, chip timing, and guaranteed shirts for early registrants.

This West Chester trail event offers a 5K run and a 1 mile fun walk/run on April 25, 2026. Two distinct distances provide options for different paces and goals. The event starts at 1000 Marshallton-Thorndale Road.

A 10 hour, looped trail event on South Mountain YMCA trails in Reinholds, PA on April 25, 2026. The roughly 2.5 mile loop gains about 660 feet per lap, is limited to 100 runners, and includes basic aid with a small entry fee.

Experience the fourth annual trail run at Mount Aetna Adventist School in Hagerstown. Choose between a 3k or 5k course to support student projects and enjoy fitness within a community setting.

EnerSys presents the Patriot Power 5K in Reading, PA with an in person event at its Global HQ and a virtual 5K option. Proceeds support Team RWB and participants receive a shirt, bib, and finisher medal.

Run or walk a 5K trail race under the Flower Moon at Brandywine Creek State Park. This inaugural event supports local trail nonprofits and finishes with a moonrise celebration featuring s'mores and lawn games. Leashed dogs are welcome to jo..