Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2026-2027

A 31.9-mile trail 50K at Cowans Gap State Park on May 24, 2026, with about 5,800 feet of climb on the Tuscarora Trail. Entry is limited to 75 and requires prior ultramarathon experience.

Opening Night of a three-part mid-week trail race series in Frick Park, presented by Dick's Sporting Goods. Runners can choose a 5K or 10K, with post-race pizza and beer vendors on Reynolds Street.

Experience the diverse trails of Bradys Run Park with distances ranging from a 5K to a 100 mile ultra. Runners navigate scenic single track and gravel roads through hills and streams in this multi day event.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Endless Mountains in Pennsylvania with this technical trail event. Runners navigate waterfalls and vistas across two demanding distances with comprehensive aid station support and post race meals.

Experience the only ultramarathon in North Park at the South Ridge Trail Challenge. Choose from multiple distances including a 5K and a 50K relay through the scenic trails of Western Pennsylvania.

An orienteering style scavenger hunt through Frick Park with a 10 checkpoint beginner friendly option and a 20 checkpoint challenge. Phones are permitted and weekly post race pop ups feature pizza and a local brewery on Reynolds Street.

An 8th annual trail race on June 6, 2026 in Slate Run, PA offering a 25K and half marathon through Tiadaghton State Forest with technical single track, stream crossings, and a nine mile shared section with a midday cut-off.

Half and full marathons on a shaded paved bike trail along Pennypack Creek in Philadelphia. Aid stations, disposable chip timing, finisher medals and a Bavarian themed post race party with snacks and nonalcoholic beer included.

Into the Woods Trail Run Series at Asbury Woods features 4, 5, and 6 mile trail races across packed dirt, boardwalk and single track. The summer event includes a youth run and free childcare, and a three race bundle offers a discount and gi..

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.

A 10th annual fundraising 5K by Quota of Indiana offering an in-person race on June 6 and a virtual option June 6 to June 20, with proceeds supporting local scholarships.

Trail races in Colonel Denning State Park and Tuscarora State Forest offering a 15K with about 2,700 feet elevation and a 25K with over 4,000 feet. Aid stations are on course and entries are limited to 120 participants.

A trail event in Wissahickon Valley Park on June 6, 2026 offering a 10K race and a 1 mile family nature walk. Proceeds support Friends of the Wissahickon for trail and watershed stewardship.

The Run for Woods 5K will take place in Langhorne Manor on Sunday 7 June 2026.

Final race in the Frick Park Trail Race Series held in Pittsburghs largest municipal park. Runners can choose 5K or 10K on park trails and expect food and brewery pop ups on Reynolds Street.

A three night camp in Lock Haven, PA that runs real night sections of the Eastern States 100 course under guided support. Includes lodge lodging, pre-run meals, breakfasts, transport between trailheads, and limited on-course aid.

An annual trail event on June 11, 2026 at Paradise Farm Camps in Downingtown featuring a five mile trail run, a 5K and a 1.5 mile family walk or run, with all proceeds supporting East Bradford Township public trails.

Laurel Highlands Ultra in Ohiopyle PA on June 13, 2026 features point to point trail races along the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, with 70.5 mile and 50K individual and relay options and published entry limits.

A last-person-standing backyard ultra on a 3.4-mile, 350+ ft elevation trail loop at South Mountain Preserve, with a chip-timed nighttime Blackout loop, zero carbon measures, and community donation programs.