Trail Running calendar near McCandless 2026-2027

Join Hell Hath No Hurry at Settler's Cabin Park on June 27, 2026 for trail races from 10K to 50 mile and relay teams. Enjoy aid stations, custom technical socks and hand crafted finisher awards.

Run the Chernisky Classic in Ebensburg with 5K and 10K routes on the scenic Ghost Town Trail, plus a free Firecracker Race for little ones with firetrucks and firefighters. Proceeds benefit the Cambria County Regional Firefighters.

Run the Coal & Coke Fireworks 30 or 10 Miler in Mt Pleasant, PA on July 11 2026 along the scenic Coal and Coke Trail with rolling 5 mile loops on crushed gravel and pavement. Enjoy organic aid, crew access and handmade finisher medals with..

Join the Roaring Run Race To The Moon Night 5k in Apollo for a flat out and back walk or run under the stars. Bring a light; buses shuttle from parking on Clifford Ave and shirts are available race day while supplies last.

Run Rattlerock Ultra near Morgantown WV on July 25, 2026 with 25k and 50k options on rocky, technical trails in Coopers Rock State Forest. The 50k packs nearly 6,000 feet of climbing across repeat loops for a rugged, scenic test.

Steel City Human vs Horse at Hillman State Park on August 1, 2026 pits runners against equestrians on scenic single track, gravel and meadow trails. Choose 20k, 50k or 50 mile for a rare side by side endurance race.

Steel City Human vs Horse invites runners and horseback riders to Hillman State Park to race side by side across scenic 20k, 50k, and 50 mile courses. A pre race safety meeting is required and camping is available for horses and people.

Take on the scenic 50 mile Baker Trail UltraChallenge, a point to point ultramarathon across forests and country roads with about 6,200 feet of climbing. Run solo or with a relay team and earn a piece of a three piece commemorative medal fo..

Take on a scenic 30K open water swim through Pittsburgh's three rivers, starting at Point State Park and raising funds for families via the Forever Fund. Kayaks and escort boats support swimmers in this unique annual marathon challenge.

Tuscazoar Endurance Race offers trail ultramarathons on a scenic 25 mile loop at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover Ohio. Distances from 25 to 100 miles include night starts, rugged singletrack, aid stations, and buckle or medal finishes.

A trail event in Montour Woods Conservation Area offering Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and 50K options on twisty dirt singletrack with significant elevation gain and aid stations. Proceeds benefit the Hollow Oak Land Trust.

A 5k run and 5k walk on the Gap Trail in West Newton, PA, held as the opening event of the Newton River Festival. The festival also features food and crafts vendors, games, live music and fireworks.

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

Celebrate the newly designated Buckeye Trail at West Branch State Park with scenic lakefront runs on Sept 19, 2026. Choose marathon, half marathon, or the new 10k and enjoy a triblend tee and finisher medal in support of local trails.

Take on the Export 100, a rugged 104 mile trail run in Export, Pennsylvania that weaves rail trails and single track through scenic reserves and parks. Expect challenging climbs, varied terrain, and a 32 hour cutoff to reach the finish.

Join the 2026 FAAP Fall Classic at North Park on October 4 for scenic cross country races on park trails including part of the Rachel Carson Trail as autumn arrives. Proceeds support an orphanage in the Philippines with bamboo medals.

Get spooky on the trails at North Ridge Nightmare, a Halloween themed 6.66K or 13K at Rose Barn in North Park. Every runner gets a premium shirt and a trick or treat bag and can enjoy post race trick or treating at the barn.

Celebrate Halloween with the Quarry Shack 5 Miler in Vintondale, a scenic 5 mile run or walk along the Ghosttown Trail. Enjoy a friendly out and back course with chip timing and post-race awards.