Trail Running calendar near Philadelphia 2025-2026

The Dawn To Dusk To Dawn Track Ultras is a running event taking place at Academy Park's Knight Track in Sharon Hill, PA. Scheduled for May 10-11, 2025, the event features multiple race options, including a 24-hour run, a 12-hour run, a 50K run, and a virtual 50K run. Participants can expect tracksid..

The Run for the Woods is an annual 5k trail run taking place in Piscataway, NJ, specifically through the scenic trails of the Rutgers Ecological Preserve. Scheduled for May 10, 2025, this event supports forest restoration efforts and the Ecology and Evolution Graduate Student Association. Participan..

The Dirty German Endurance Fest is an urban ultramarathon held within Philadelphia's Pennypack Park, a scenic natural area featuring trails, wildlife, and Pennypack Creek. The event offers 25K, 50K, and 50-mile distances on a well-marked, runnable course with varied surfaces including single track,..

The Run Like a Mother 5K Trail Race and 1 Mile Fun Run, hosted by More Kids on Bikes, is a family-friendly event aimed at promoting an active lifestyle and celebrating mothers. Scheduled for May 11, 2025, at Yeager's Farm & Market in Phoenixville, PA, the event features a scenic 5K trail race and a..

The SMR Mayapple Trail Runs, held annually in South Mountain Reservation, Millburn, NJ, offer a variety of trail race distances including 50 miles, 50K, 20 miles, 10 miles, 5 miles, and a Kids 1-Mile Run. The event features three main loops—east (10.5 miles), west (10.2 miles), and a challenging 5-m..

The Conestoga Crusher 10K Trail Race, along with the Conestoga Cruiser 5K Trail Race and a Kids Trail Race, is scheduled for May 17, 2025, in Holtwood, PA. The event offers scenic trail running through Kelly's Run Nature Preserve, featuring creek crossings, steep climbs, and beautiful views from the..

The Screamin' Hill Scramble 5K is an exciting running event taking place at Screamin' Hill Brewery in Cream Ridge, NJ. This annual race features a scenic 5K course that winds through the brewery's grounds, where the ingredients for their craft beer are grown. Participants can enjoy a chip-timed race..

The MCW NJ Appalachian Trail Runventure is a unique running event scheduled for May 17, 2025, in Scotch Plains, NJ. Participants can choose between a marathon or a 40-mile run, both designed to provide a fully supported experience along the New Jersey Appalachian Trail. This event is also a fundrais..

The Patriot Power 5K is a charitable running event held on May 17, 2025, in Reading, Pennsylvania, with a virtual participation option. Organized to honor and support military veterans, the race benefits Team RWB, an organization dedicated to enriching veterans' lives through social and physical act..

The Coventry Woods 5K & 10K Trail Challenge is an exciting trail running event taking place in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for May 18, 2025, this race features two distances: a 5K and a 10K, both set on scenic trails that include a mix of rocky terrain, roots, and various track types. Partici..

The First State Trail Race, taking place in Wilmington, DE, offers a scenic and challenging experience for runners of all levels. Set in the picturesque Brandywine Creek State Park and First State National Historical Park, participants can choose from three distances: a 10K, 25K, or 50K. Each course..

The Jacobsburg 5k & 10k - The GNOMES are Back event is set to return after a six-year hiatus, taking place in Wind Gap, PA. Participants can enjoy scenic trails along the Bushkill and Sobers Run creeks, featuring a 5k and a 10k course, with the latter being a second lap of the former. New additions..

The Charlie Horse Trail Half-Marathon and Dirty Pony 5K are annual running events held in Mohnton, PA, benefiting Berks Co. Special Olympics. The half-marathon features a challenging course combining trail, road, and adventure elements along the Horse-Shoe Trail, with scenic sections, aid stations,..

The Levee Loop Trail Race 10k & 5k Fundraiser is set to take place in East Stroudsburg, PA, featuring both a timed 10k race and a 5k race/walk. This event aims to raise funds for Stroud Greenways while participants enjoy the scenic Levee Loop Trail. The terrain includes grass, gravel, sidewalks, and..

The Dash and Deciduous 5K Trail Run is a unique and challenging event taking place at Crystal Lake Park in Bordentown, NJ. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, this free, timed "FATASS" run is designed for a limited field of 40 runners, emphasizing a fun and competitive atmosphere. Participants can expect a..

The 1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut is a unique running event held at Pennypack Park in Philadelphia, PA, featuring a half marathon and marathon. The race takes place along a scenic, mostly shaded bike trail alongside Pennypack Creek, with a course described as a "rollercoaster" due to short, steep hills. Parti..

The XTERRA Transcend Trail Run is an annual event held at Dickerson Mine Preserve in Randolph, New Jersey, and serves as a qualifier for the 2026 XTERRA Trail Run World Championships in Wales. The event features three race distances: a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, all set on fast, flowy singletrack t..

Smith’s Challenge Trail Run, organized by the Lancaster Road Runners Club, celebrates its 36th anniversary in 2025 as the oldest trail race in Central Pennsylvania. Held in Lancaster County Central Park, the event features 5-mile and 10-mile trail races that traverse challenging courses with trails,..

The Run For the Ages 10K Trail Chase is a scenic trail running event held in Nolde Forest, Cumru Township, near Reading, Pennsylvania. This unique race features an age-graded start, giving runners of all ages and genders a fair chance to compete for the overall title. The course is a well-marked 10K..

The Reckless Red Eye Endurance Run is an exciting endurance event scheduled for June 22, 2025, in Columbus, NJ. Participants can choose from various race formats, including 3-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, and a 12-hour team relay. The course features a flat and fast 3.3-mile loop at the Burlington County F..