Trail Running calendar near Johnstown 2026-2027

Run the Patriotic Pursuit on Jan 31, 2026 at Williamsport Park: chip timed 5k, 10k and half marathon along a flat gravel C&O Canal trail. Medal, technical shirt and virtual option included; proceeds benefit Semper Fi & America's Fund.

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

Join the Frozen Goat Loop, a noncompetitive trail run at North Park Ice Rink in Wexford, PA. Choose 5, 10, 15 or 20 mile loops or a 20 to 25 mile continuous route, then warm up inside with coffee, pastries and a chili cook off.

Free, nonprofit run in Pittsburgh on March 7, 2026: a roughly 30k urban route that climbs 50 city staircases across the Northside. Low key and self supported, donations go to Riverview Park programs.

Soles for Songs 5K in Oakdale, PA supports the South Hills Children’s Choir scholarship fund. Run a scenic out and back on the Panhandle rail trail from Helicon Brewing, then enjoy refreshments and community spirit.

Race 7.5 mile downriver on scenic Moshannon Creek in Pennsylvania, a Class II+ run that tests paddlers in cold water and swift current. Enjoy a post race banquet and awards; register by March 14.

Run the Dirty Kiln Trail Races at Canoe Creek State Park in Hollidaysburg PA on April 11, 2026 with a 10K or hilly half marathon. Expect singletrack, stream crossings and muddy sections on this volunteer run event.

UltraTrax Wisp at Wisp Resort on April 11, 2026 offers 7, 14, 21, and 28 mile loop options across singletrack and ski trails, optional 10/20/35 lb rucks, a 10-hour finish window, and finisher gear including a patch and shirt.

Run the flat, fast Yough River Trail at the Boston Trail Half Marathon and 5K in Elizabeth Township, PA on April 18, 2026. Enjoy medals, pacers in the half, and a family friendly 5K while supporting local trail upkeep.

Join Spring Hops on April 19 at Red Shedman Brewery for a scenic 5K through hop fields and vineyards. Mixed terrain, great views and a celebratory pour for every finisher make this a fun spring run for runners and beer lovers alike.

Nighttime trail run at Coopers Rock State Forest near Bruceton Mills, WV with 50 km and half marathon options across rocky trails and Cheat Canyon overlooks. Limited to 250 runners, this challenging course features big climbs, aid stations,..

Run a scenic 25k+ single loop through Brady's Run Park on April 25, 2026 with rolling trails, rooty rocky sections and about 2300 feet of climbing. Trail Sisters approved with pancakes, cinnamon rolls and maple syrup at the finish.

Run scenic single track trails around Quemahoning Reservoir at Camp Harmony, with solo 50K and 30K options or a four person relay. Proceeds help send local kids to camp and support the Johnstown Running Club.

Take on the Glacier Ridge Trail Ultramarathon & Trail Race at Moraine State Park by Lake Arthur on May 9, 2026. Choose 20 mile, 50K, 50 mile or a five person 50 mile relay on out and back trails along the Glacier Ridge North Country Trail,..

Rothrock by UTMB is a World Series trail race in State College, Pennsylvania from 15 to 17 May 2026 through sandstone ridges and rhododendron tunnels. Choose 54.1 km or 26.9 km routes and support UTMB Cares.

Supported hikes on the C&O Canal and the Appalachian Trail raise funds for Micah's Backpack and the Refugee Welcome Network. Options include 5K, 10K and longer challenge distances with route support and a post hike lunch.

A road and rail trail event in Johnstown on May 23, 2026 offering 14 mile, 8 mile and 5K routes that pass through Staple Bend Tunnel and finish at Peoples Natural Gas Park near the Stone Bridge.

Tackle wooded trails at Settlers Cabin Park on May 23, 2026 with Rise Up Hero Trail Runs, offering 50K, 25K, 8 Miler and 5K distances for runners and hikers. Rocky, rooty singletrack, medals for all finishers and timing provided.

Rabid Raccoon 100 is May 29 to 31 at Brady's Run Park in Beaver Falls PA on scenic single track trails and gravel roads. Options span 5k to 100 Mile plus relays, OCR and combo challenges, with aid stations, crew support, coffee and post rac..

A non competitive, fully supported hike on the C&O Canal towpath with 5 K and 10 K options, snacks and a post-walk lunch. Prizes recognize top fundraisers and fundraising participants enter a prize drawing.