Trail Running calendar near Lancaster 2026-2027

Traverse the hills and creeks of Kellys Run Nature Preserve in Holtwood Pennsylvania. This chip timed event offers 10K and 5K trail races plus a free 1.5 mile run for kids.

Join the Ed Poling Memorial HARC Hike for Hunger & Hope, now in its 14th year. Choose from scenic C&O Canal Towpath hikes in May or a challenging Appalachian Trail hike. This fundraising event supports local community programs.

Experience the scenic beauty of the Brandywine Valley through forests and farmland. Choose between 10k, 25k, and 50k distances in this part of the USATF Mid Atlantic Off Road Series.

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.

Explore the trails of Pennsylvania at the Charlie Horse Half-Marathon and Dirty Pony 5K. This event, benefiting Special Olympics, offers a scenic half-marathon on the Horse-Shoe Trail and a fun 5K loop. Join the post-race party and celebrat..

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.

The 1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut is a German-themed marathon and half marathon in Philadelphia's Pennypack Park. Runners enjoy a car-free, shaded course along the creek and a festive post-race party with Bavarian music, food, and awards. Be prepared..

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.

The 12th annual Run for Woods takes place June 7, 2026 in Langhorne, PA. Runners and walkers can choose 5K or 1 mile routes that run across campus and into the nearby nature trail.

Experience exclusive access to private historic trails at Paradise Farm Camps. Choose between 5 mile, 5K, or 1.5 mile routes and enjoy a post race pizza party benefiting public trail programs.

A trail race on June 19 at Button Farm in Germantown offering 6k and 12k distances around the Schaeffer Farm Trails. The event counts toward series scoring, includes chip timing, shirts and medals, and offers a virtual option.

Event Overview The Catoctin 50k Trail Run takes place in June. It offers two distances: a 50k (approximately 32 miles) and a 25k called the "Half Cat." The event is held in Cunningham Falls State Park and Gambrill State Park near..

Experience a 5k race through the grassy steep hills of Belmont Plateau in New York. This charitable event includes a race T shirt with registration and supports local causes through every entry.

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.

Experience the wooded trails of Seneca Creek State Park in Gaithersburg MD. Choose between two distances featuring lake views and single track paths during the opening event of the Blue Crab Bolt Trail Running Series.

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..

This cross-country event takes place at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood, Maryland. It's part of a free series for members, with paid registration available for non-members and a youth discount.

Join this free no-frills 5K race through the scenic Lehigh Parkway in Allentown. Experience a community event along the Little Lehigh Creek featuring a casual post-race atmosphere with snacks provided by the organizers.

A free Forrest Gump themed fun run on Lakeside Loop in Owings Mills offering a full 4.4 mile loop or a 1 mile out-and-back option, meeting at New Town Village Center with themed attire suggested.