Trail Running calendar near McCandless 2026-2027

Trail races of 13.1 miles, 20 miles, and 50K through Montour Woods with aid stations, finisher medals, and proceeds to Hollow Oak Land Trust.

A 5K run and walk along the Jim Mayer Trail in Johnstown, PA on September 5, 2026 with awards, free youth entry, and proceeds supporting local trails.

A community Memorial 5K Run/Walk through Dover City Park, starting and finishing at the softball field by Dover Middle School, with proceeds supporting a local scholarship fund.

A 24 hour 10K loop challenge at Moraine State Park on September 11 to 12, 2026, with laps across Pleasant Valley, Hilltop and Sunken Garden trails.

Trail ultramarathons of 25K and 50K around scenic Mill Creek Park in Youngstown featuring mostly single track trails, rocky and rooted terrain, a rugged stream crossing, and staffed aid stations.

A 5K run and a 5K walk along the Gap Trail in West Newton, PA on 09/12/2026, held as part of the town's river festival with food, crafts, games, live music and fireworks.

A six hour loop challenge on shaded single track trails in North Park near Deer Browse 2 Pavilion in Allison Park PA. Runners complete as many 2 mile loops as they wish, earn a raffle ticket per loop, and top male and female loopers receive..

Run through the forested trails of West Branch State Park on the newly designated Buckeye State Trail section. Choose between a full marathon half marathon or 10k while exploring oak forests and lakefront views in Ohio.

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.

Point-to-point ultramarathon on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail finishing in Ohiopyle, featuring a 50 mile option and a 5-person relay with multiple aid stations.

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.

Experience the RAF Trail Race Series at Coopers Rock State Park with distances from 5K to 50K. Support a meaningful cause while enjoying looping trail courses and a vibrant community atmosphere in West Virginia.

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 chip timed 5k run and walk at Thistlethwaite Vineyards on October 3, 2026, featuring a two loop cross country course and a finish line pour of wine. The event includes race swag, age group awards, and supports the Humane Society of Greene..

WQMX 5KAY is the 8th annual 5K run with a one mile walk option at Rufener Hilltop Farms in Mogadore on October 3, 2026. Net proceeds support WQMX Bosom Buddies and age group medals are awarded.

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.