Trail Running calendar near McCandless 2026-2027

Experience the ultimate test of versatility at North Park with road and trail races. Choose a single discipline or tackle the combined challenge across the scenic lakefront and wooded switchbacks of Pennsylvania.

A 5K Run and Walk held on airfield grounds in Malvern, Ohio, routed on hard packed dirt beside a grass private runway. Registration opens April 1 and the fee is $25.

A 5K run in Rimersburg, PA on August 1, 2026 following the Armstrong Rails to Trails. The 10th annual event benefits KC Cross Country Boosters and offers overall and age group awards plus a Chinese auction and refreshments.

A timed 5K at Moraine State Park on August 2, 2026, featuring a road-and-trail course via the Sunken Garden Trail, tiered registration fees by date and age, commemorative shirts for early registrants, and age-group awards.

An overnight team relay at Big Bear Lake in Bruceton Mills, WV, with tree-lined trails through ferns and pines. Teams of 2, 4, or 8 cover 117 miles total over two days and one night, with camping and village amenities.

A cross country 5K and a 0.5 mile kids fun run at South Range High School in Canfield Ohio with finisher medals, event shirts, and awards for top overall and age group finishers.

A community road and trail event on August 8, 2026 at the Ghost Town Trail access in Dilltown, Pennsylvania. It features a timed 7K with chip timing and a timed 2 mile fun run with gift card drawings, benefiting local parks and trails.

Participate in a 5K run or walk at the Somerset Historical Center to support the North Star Cross Country team. Enjoy a dedicated cross country course with awards for various age groups and included event t-shirts.

A community 5K and 1 mile walk in Meadville on 08/09/2026 to raise funds and awareness for recovery activities. Registration fees begin at $25 and free naloxone will be available.

A 25K trail race in Cook Forest State Park on Aug 15, 2026, featuring a loop of thirteen interconnected trails, riverfront sections, and the Cook Forest Fire Tower. Three aid stations are staffed by local high school teams.

Free trail races at Valley Falls State Park near Fairmont, WV on August 22, 2026. Distances range from 5 miles to 50 miles on a marked 10 mile figure eight loop with a central aid station and available Strava route for the 50k.

A point to point 50 miles on the Baker Trail in Pennsylvania covering the northern section. Individual and relay entries are available, with a fourteen hour cutoff and a three piece medal series for finishers.

Set in the hills of Tuscarawas County, the Tuscazoar endurance races use a 25 mile loop on mostly trail and offer 100, 75, 50 and 25 mile distances with day and night options, aid stations, cupless policy, and finish awards.

Muddy Dash Pittsburgh at Switchback MX on September 5, 2026 is a family-friendly 5K mud run with obstacles, mud pits, slides, a pre-party and a post-race festival with food and music. Registration includes value and VIP package options.

Sidewinder is a new trail race in Montour Woods and Moon Park, Coraopolis, PA offering Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and 50K routes over twisty singletrack with aid stations, notable elevation gain, and proceeds benefiting Hollow Oak Land Trust.

Enjoy a scenic out and back 5k run or walk along the Stonycreek River on the Jim Mayer Riverswalk Trail. This family friendly event in Johnstown supports the local trail network and offers free entry for youth participants.

A 24 hour 10K loop challenge at Moraine State Park South Shore with nearly 10K loops on Pleasant Valley, Hilltop, and Sunken Garden trails, on-course aid stations, and lap based awards for top loop counts.

Experience a scenic single track race through Mill Creek Park featuring waterfalls and historic landmarks. Choose between a 25K or 50K distance on a well marked course with an enthusiastic finish line celebration.

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..