Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2024-2025

The Dirty Kiln Trail Races at Canoe Creek, organized by Allegheny Trailrunners, Inc., is set to take place on April 13, 2024. This event features two race options: a Short Course (approximately 10K) and a Long Course (Half-Marathon), both offering a variety of challenging trails, including wide path..

The Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon and 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for April 12, 2025, in Elizabeth Township, PA. This event features a half marathon and a 5K run/walk, catering to both serious runners and families, including those with pets. The races take place on the scenic Yough River Trail, known for i..

The Hyner Trail Challenge, taking place in Hyner, PA, features two challenging distances: a 25K and a 50K. This annual event is known for its rugged terrain, including significant climbs and descents, with the 25K course offering 4,000 feet of vertical gain and the 50K featuring 6,500 feet. The race..

The On the Dam Trail: Quemahoning Relay Race is a challenging running event taking place at Camp Harmony in Hooversville, PA. Participants can choose to compete in a 50K solo race or as part of a 4-person relay team, with various distance options available. The scenic course features rolling hills, ..

The Schuylkill River 50k Relay & Ultra Marathon is a trail-based running event taking place in Mont Clare, PA. Participants can choose from various formats, including a solo 50k run, a 3-person relay, a 6-person relay, or a virtual/remote run. The course features a flat, paved trail that extends to ..

The Tree Hugger Trail Run at Goodell Gardens is an annual event taking place in Edinboro, Pennsylvania, featuring a 5K run/walk and a kids' run. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that includes various terrains such as soil, woodland, and boardwalk paths. The event promotes community engagement..

The Hills Creek Endurance Challenge is an exciting running event taking place on May 3, 2025, at Hills Creek Lake in Wellsboro, PA. Participants can choose from various options, including a 3-hour, 6-hour, or a new 12-hour relay format, where teams of up to four can compete to complete as many laps ..

The Greenwood Furnace Trail Challenge is an exciting running event held at Greenwood Furnace State Park in Huntingdon, PA. Participants can choose between a challenging 10K route and a rugged half-marathon, both set against the stunning backdrop of Rothrock State Forest. The half-marathon features a..

The Glacier Ridge Trail Ultramarathon and Trail Race, taking place in Moraine State Park, offers participants a choice of four events: a 20-mile trail run, a 50K ultramarathon, a 50-mile ultramarathon, and a 50-mile relay for teams of five. The courses are primarily out-and-back routes along the sce..

The Dawn To Dusk To Dawn Track Ultras is an exciting running event taking place in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania. 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 also contribute through do..

The Dirty German Endurance Fest is an urban ultramarathon held in Pennypack Park, Philadelphia, featuring three race distances: 50 Miler, 50K, and 25K. This event attracts over 600 runners annually and offers a well-marked, runnable course with a mix of surfaces, including single track and gravel tr..

The Conestoga Crusher 10K Trail Race, along with the Conestoga Cruiser 5K Trail Race and the Kids Trail Race, will take place on May 17, 2025, at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve in Holtwood, PA. This event offers a challenging 10K course featuring steep climbs, creek crossings, and stunning views from t..

The Chief Wetona Challenges is a family-friendly running event featuring two course options: a four-mile and a seven-mile race, set in the scenic Mt. Pisgah State Park. The race emphasizes inclusivity, allowing children under 12 to participate for free and offering a discounted rate for teens.Partic..

The Rothrock Trail Challenge is a unique trail-running event set in Rothrock State Forest, Boalsburg, PA, featuring two race distances: 11.3 miles and 16.5 miles. Participants will navigate scenic singletrack trails, experiencing steep climbs and descents amidst beautiful natural surroundings. The e..

The Path of the Flood Historic Races is an annual running event held in Johnstown, PA, commemorating the devastating flood of 1889. The 2025 edition marks the 11th running and features a 14-mile course starting at the South Fork Dam ruins, alongside shorter 8-mile and 5K options. Runners will traver..

The Charlie Horse Trail Half-Marathon and Dirty Pony 5K, taking place on May 25, 2025, in Mohnton, PA, is a unique running event benefiting Berks County Special Olympics. The half-marathon features a challenging course that combines trail and road running along the scenic Horse-Shoe Trail, with thre..

The Worlds End Ultramarathon is a challenging foot race set in the stunning landscapes of Loyalsock State Forest and Worlds End State Park in Pennsylvania's Endless Mountains. Participants can choose between a 100k and a 50k course, both featuring rugged, scenic single-track trails with significant ..

The Slate Run Trail Race is an annual event featuring a challenging 25K and Half Marathon trail race set in the scenic Tiadaghton State Forest of Pennsylvania. Participants will navigate through the rugged terrain, including technical single tracks, streams, and breathtaking vistas. Both race distan..

The 1/2 Sauer 1/2 Kraut is a unique running event held in Philadelphia, featuring both a half marathon and a full marathon along the scenic Pennypack Creek. Participants can enjoy a mostly shaded, flat course with no traffic, supported by multiple aid stations, including a festive Oktoberfest statio..

The Laurel Highlands Ultra is a premier running event taking place on June 14, 2025, in Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania. This year marks the 46th consecutive running of the 70.5-mile race and the 20th running of the 50K race. Participants can choose from various formats, including individual and relay option..