Trail Running calendar near Leeper 2026-2027

A Hawaiian themed 5K obstacle race at Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall that raises funds for The Stanley M. Marks Blood Cancer Research Fund and Lending Hearts. Teams carry a pineapple through the course and a luau follows with live m..

A 5K on Rails to Trails and a half marathon through the hills around New Bethlehem on September 19, 2026. Both races start and finish at the South Bethlehem Borough Building and are timed.

A community 5K run and walk in Leechburg that follows mixed pavement and trail and crosses the Kiskiminetas River. Proceeds benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Experience the rolling hills and dense forests of Pennsylvania at the Marilla Reservoir. This event features off road courses ending at a historic covered bridge with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance and development.

Two mile obstacle run at Alameda Park on September 26, 2026 featuring twenty two obstacles including a mud pit, foam run and car wash. Proceeds support local Butler Area School District programs.

A 104-mile out-and-back trail race near Export, PA, covering Westmoreland Heritage and West Penn trails with 7,392 ft gain and staffed aid stations.

A multi-distance trail event in Ebensburg, PA offering marathon, 15 miler, 5k, adaptive 5k, a casual 26.2 mile bike ride and a light Couch Potato 0.0k.

Fineview Step Challenge in Pittsburgh on October 3, 2026 features 2 mile and 5 mile courses that climb 12 public staircases with over 1,600 steps including a 371 step set on Rising Main Avenue. Proceeds support Fineview Citizens Council pro..

A six hour timed trail event at Brady's Run Park on a 2.1 mile loop featuring steep opening climbs, ridgeline single track and technical switchback descents. Open to solo runners and two person relay teams with awards for top finishers.

A fundraising run on October 3, 2026 at Harborcreek Community Park in Erie, PA featuring a 5K and a 1 mile fun run walk to support the Haven 2 Home program; entry fees and race shirts are listed.

Experience a classic cross country race on the trails of North Park during the autumn foliage season. Enjoy 20k, 10k, and 5k distances featuring handmade bamboo medals and traditional folk dancing.

Final race of the Into the Woods 2026 trail run series, a chip timed six mile course through trails, fields and boardwalk at Asbury Woods in Erie, PA. Pre registration is $35 until October 9; day of entry is $40.

Experience a historic trail race through the rugged single track of Oil Creek State Park. Choose between four challenging distances ranging from 25K to 100 miles with belt buckle awards for ultra finishers.

An off road run at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville on October 10, 2026, with 4 mile and 8 mile options. Entry is limited and Ellicottville Brewing will provide after race refreshments.

A community 5K run and walk on the Five Star Trail in Greensburg, PA, held October 10, 2026, with a mostly flat course and proceeds supporting a memorial scholarship fund for local Christian education.

Community race in Schenley Park with a 5 km adult course, 1 km kids loop, packet pickup, picnic, and a finishers' medal shaped like the republic.

Experience the heart of the PA Wilds with trail races through Elk State Forest. Choose from distances including 12k, 25k, or a 50k ultra and relay starting in Emporium.

A community 5K in Houtzdale, PA on October 17, 2026 at the Moshannon Valley Cross Country Course. Entry is $25 with a T shirt for pre-registrations by October 1; medals and a $50 prize are awarded to top finishers.

Trail running event in Allison Park, PA on October 17, 2026 with 5 miles, 25K and a Little Monsters run over wooded, hilly trails and pace-grouped entries with separate fees.

Experience a Halloween themed trail race through the scenic woods of North Park. Choose between the 6.66K or 13K distances and enjoy a festive atmosphere in Allison Park.