Trail Running calendar near Newville 2026-2027

Four weekly 10K trail runs in May 2026 at the Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park, organized by park stewards and timed by running time. Local sponsors support the series and Friends of PVSP members receive a $27 series discount.

A backyard style ultra in Knoxville MD on May 30, 2026 where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one remains. A 1 mile event runs for 24 hours with additional tie breaker miles if needed.

A 5k and 1 mile trail event at Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue in Mt. Airy, MD on May 30, 2026. The route crosses a 340 acre farm with draft horses nearby and features food trucks and mounted archery demonstrations.

A longstanding five-mile memorial run on the C&O Canal Towpath in Williamsport, MD, held June 6, 2026, with regular and student entries, chip timing, technical T-shirts, and awards for podium finishers.

A community trail event at Opossum Lake Park offering a 6 mile obstacle course, a 4 mile run, and a 4 mile walk on mixed terrain, with chip timing, age-group awards, and proceeds benefiting the Friends of Opossum Lake Conservancy.

Experience a timed ultra marathon on technical single track trails in the Blue Mountains. Run as many 3.5 mile loops as possible through the shaded landscapes of the Bashore Scout Reservation.

Trail races in Colonel Denning State Park offering a rugged 15K and 25K with substantial elevation gain, limited to 120 runners and supported by multiple aid stations.

A three-night camp in Lock Haven focused on running real Eastern States 100 night sections with limited on-course support, lodge lodging, meals, transportation, and optional daytime clinics to practice nighttime gear, pacing, and navigation..

A community memorial 5K in Ebensburg with a new Pump & Run combining a bench press test and a 5K, a kids 150-yard fun run, and a virtual shirt option. All proceeds go to local charities and a playground project.

A trail event in Montoursville, PA offering an eight mile Scramble over Smith's Knob and a new 4.5 mile Half Scramble. Field limited to 200; proceeds support Hughesville Cross Country scholarships and the Think Big pediatric cancer fund.

Trail races on June 19, 2026 in Germantown, MD offering 6K and 12K courses around Button Farm and the Schaeffer Farm Trails. Walkers and several virtual entry options are available.

A night trail relay in Paradise, PA where teams and solo runners try to complete as many loops as possible in about 3 hours and 24 minutes on a marked 2 mile course. Team batons, glow rings, headlamps and on site divisions are used.

Test your endurance on the Ghost Town Trail with distances ranging from 12k to a 50 mile ultramarathon. Journey through scenic Pennsylvania trails in this solstice event designed to challenge your mental and physical limits.

A rugged out-and-back trail race near Frederick, MD, offering a 50K and a 25K Half Cat on rocky, shaded singletrack with stream crossings, three aid stations, and mandatory on-course hydration.

Experience a scenic 5 mile trail run through Lancaster County Central Park featuring grass paths and water crossings. Compete for age group awards and enjoy a post race prize raffle in a beautiful natural setting.

Kick off the Blue Crab Bolt series at Seneca Creek State Park with scenic 5K and 10K trail runs featuring lake views and singletrack paths. Enjoy professional race support, post-run breakfast burritos, and a festive atmosphere.

A 12 hour trail event on a scenic five mile single track loop in Berkeley Springs WV, featuring technical terrain with about 750 feet elevation per loop, on-course aid stations, a post race meal and handcrafted awards.

Trail runs at Rocky Ridge County Park on June 27, 2026 offering 50K, 33.3K, 16.7K and 10K on rocky, rolling trails with repeated loops. Registration deadlines apply and proceeds support a local charity.

A 10 km trail race in Nolde Forest, Reading PA, using an age graded staggered start so older and younger runners start at different times. Registration closes June 12 and the field is limited to 250 entries.

MCRRC Cross Country on the Farm Trail 5K is a trail race at Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood MD. Non member registration is available for a $20 fee and the event is part of the club's low key race series.