Trail Running calendar near Lykens 2026-2027

Brave the Frozen Snot in McElhattan, PA on Feb 7, 2026, a technical winter mountain trail race with steep climbs, boulder fields and rope assisted descents. Multiple distances up to a rugged 25K; not for beginners.

A four mile winter trail race through RB Winter State Park in Mifflinburg, PA, with a pavilion offering hot soups and post-race refreshments; finishers receive wine or grape juice.

A half marathon around Gifford Pinchot Lake in Lewisberry, PA, on variable trail surfaces with short runnable climbs. One aid station sits near 6.6 miles and bib pickup is at Sunny Side Pavilion; registration closes Feb 18.

Run a scenic 50 km trail at Hashawha Environmental Center near Westminster MD on Feb 28, 2026, featuring rolling hills, stream crossings and two big loops. Expect runnable single track, ample climbing and warm post race hospitality.

Trail races presented by Pretzel City Sports on March 1, 2026, offering 13.1 mile and 6.55 mile courses near Reading, PA; race application and online registration are available and race day entry is likely.

A no/low-swag ultra trail event at Blue Marsh Lake offering 20M and 40M options on a lollipop-style single-track course, with regular aid stations, bib timing, drop bag access for 40M, and modest entry fees.

A community road and trail event in Danville on March 8, 2026 offering 2.5 Mile and 5 Mile races on a mostly grassy loop along the levee. The series donates to Wreaths Across America and includes two earlier community races.

A trail 10 km at Zindel Park in McElhattan, PA, covering about 6.6 miles with 1,400 feet of climbing. The route follows local singletrack and service roads with parking at Restless Oaks and shuttle access to the course.

Trail races at Codorus State Park near Hanover, PA, featuring 8 Miler, 25K, and 50K looped courses on the Ranger Trail with singletrack, horse trails, hills, mud and variable March weather. Aid station at Mile 8 and proceeds support a local..

Tackle rugged trails in French Creek State Park with a challenging Half Marathon or a fun 10k loop. Enjoy technical singletrack, scenic lake views and big climbs for a true trail running day in Elverson, PA.

Run through vineyards at Armstrong Valley Winery in a chip timed 5k over varied footing for a fun wine country challenge. Entry includes a T shirt, wine glass, medal that doubles as a wine stopper and a wine pour. Virtual entries welcome.

HAT Run 50K in Havre de Grace, MD on March 21, 2026 is a 50K trail race with nearly 4,400 feet of climbing, a 3 mile start loop and two 14 mile loops, and four stream crossings that may result in wet feet.

Join Washed Clean in York PA for a fun trail 5K, 1 Mile Walk, and free Kids Fun Run with a foam finish and bumpy scenic course around Genesis Church. Family friendly with strollers welcome and proceeds benefiting local nonprofits.

The Rider Rattler will take place in Montoursville on Saturday 28 March 2026. You can run between 4 and 8 miles.

A tenth annual trail event in Spring City, PA on March 28, 2026 offering a 5K run and a 5K hike over dirt trails, gravel roads and short paved sections above French Creek. Proceeds support summer camping programs and scholarships.

A give or take five mile loop through Jacobsburg State Park with singletrack and gravel sections. Options include a 5 mile event or three hour and six hour timed efforts, and the event follows a zero carbon approach.

Join the 19th Annual Susquehanna Warrior Trail 5K Run and Fun Walk April 4 2026 in Shickshinny, PA along a flat out and back trail. Enjoy Easter themed fun with T shirts, photos with the Easter Bunny, lunch, and trophies for top finishers.

Run under the stars at the Night Flight Trail Run in Camp Mount Luther, featuring 5 km and 10 km options on a glow stick marked trail. Bring a headlamp or flashlight and enjoy post race food plus a peanut butter egg at the finish.

The Great Marsh Mud Mosey on April 11, 2026 is the third annual event in Elverson PA offering a roughly 5K run and a 1 mile walk across marsh, farmland and muddy grassy sections with post race vendors and search dog demonstrations.

Join the Turtle Derby, a turtle themed 5K on brewery trails supporting Susquehannock Wildlife. Enjoy a wooden finisher medal, costume contests, awards, live music and on site beer.