Trail Running calendar near Jefferson 2026-2027

A four-week Wednesday evening cross-country series at Ward Athletic Complex in Columbiana with chip-timed 3K and 5K races, weekly registration of $10 or $40 for all four weeks, and awards across multiple age divisions.

Rattlerock Ultra runs in Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown, WV with 50k and 25k options on rocky, technical trails. The 50k includes nearly 6,000 feet of gain and multiple aid stations on a repeated loop course.

Two days at Brady's Run Park offering a 5K trail, a 4-hour multi-lap challenge, and both open and competitive 2-mile obstacle course formats with wooden finisher medals and prize awards.

Experience a diverse trail race at Camp Seph Mack featuring single track paths, creek crossings, and hills. Choose between 25K, 15K, and 8K distances with post race pizza and traditional finishers gifts.

A simultaneous trail running and horseback endurance event in Burgettstown, PA on August 1, 2026, offering distances from a 10k fun run to a 50 mile ride. Course terrain includes single track, gravel and grassy meadow, with a required safet..

Experience the ultimate test of versatility at North Park with road and trail races. Choose a single discipline or tackle the combined challenge across the scenic lakefront and wooded switchbacks of Pennsylvania.

A 5K Run and Walk on a private airfield runway in Malvern, Ohio. The course uses hard packed grass, is managed by Run to You Racing, and has registration April 1 to June 15 with a $25 fee.

A 5K run in Rimersburg, PA on August 1, 2026 along the Armstrong Rails to Trails, benefiting the KC Cross Country Boosters, with awards by sex and age group and multiple registration options including race day.

A timed *5K* at Moraine State Park that runs from Pleasant Valley Beach onto the Sunken Garden Trail. Part of the Moraine Regatta, the day includes vendors, water sports, a commemorative shirt, and age-group awards.

Trail Appalachians is a team trail relay at Big Bear Camplands near Big Bear Lake in Bruceton Mills, WV on August 7 and 8, 2026. Teams run three forested loops totaling 117 miles with on-site camping, live music, and festival amenities.

A community road and trail event on August 8, 2026 at the Ghost Town Trail access in Dilltown, Pennsylvania. It features a timed 7K with chip timing and a timed 2 mile fun run with gift card drawings, benefiting local parks and trails.

Participate in a 5K run or walk at the Somerset Historical Center to support the North Star Cross Country team. Enjoy a dedicated cross country course with awards for various age groups and included event t-shirts.

An annual event on August 9, 2026 in Schellsburg offering a 5K run and two 5K walks. The race raises funds for memorial scholarships and features age group awards, race shirts for preregistered entrants and professional timing.

The Ultimate Zelie Challenge will take place in Zelienople from Monday 10 August 2026 to Sunday 23 August 2026. You can run 1 hours.

A free WVMTR club trail event at Valley Falls State Park on August 22, 2026, offering distances from 5 miles to 50 miles on two 5-mile loops with a single aid station by the parking area.

A point to point 50 mile ultramarathon on the northern Baker Trail near Vowinckel and Brookville PA, featuring 6,200 feet of climbing, individual and relay entries, aid stations, medal series rewards, and pre race training runs.

A college alumni running day at St. Vincent College on August 29, 2026 featuring a 5K, a new 1.6 mile option, and a free quarter mile Kids Fun Run. Registration fees vary and additional donations are welcome.

A community road event on August 30, 2026 at McCahill Park in Pittsburgh with a 5K and a 1 Mile race; every finisher receives a medal and t-shirts are available as an add-on.

Muddy Dash in Pittsburgh is a family friendly mud run 5K at Switchback MX with obstacles, mud pits, slides, a pre party and an after party with music and food. Packet pickup is available the day before and spectators enter free.

A trail race at Montour Woods near Coraopolis offering a Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and 50K on twisty singletrack with notable elevation gain, aid stations roughly every 3-4 miles, and proceeds supporting the Hollow Oak Land Trust.