Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2025-2026

The Conestoga Trail Run - 10 Tough Miles is a challenging and scenic trail race held annually in Holtwood, Pennsylvania. Known as the oldest trail run on the Conestoga and in the county for over 30 years, this 10-mile course features rugged, rocky terrain with steep hills, multiple small stream cros..

The Red Barn Challenge is an annual ultrarunning event held at Marzella Farm in Lykens, Pennsylvania. The 2025 edition marks its 6th year, featuring timed races of 24, 12, and 6 hours on a one-mile loop course composed mostly of grass and mulch, with about 70 feet of elevation gain per mile. The sce..

The Oil Creek 100 Trail Runs, held in Titusville, Pennsylvania, features four concurrent trail races: 25K, 50K, 100K, and 100 miles. The courses traverse rugged single-track trails, primarily the Gerard Hiking Trail in Oil Creek State Park, with significant elevation gains—up to 17,627 feet for the..

Run-a-Muck is an annual 5K running and walking event held in the scenic Willistown countryside, supporting local land preservation efforts. Participants can choose to run the 5K or "muck" the cross-country trail, which features diverse terrain, encouraging appropriate attire. The event offers a fest..

The Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon, held in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, is a multi-distance running and biking event set for October 4, 2025. It features a marathon (26.2 miles), 15-miler, 5k, and a unique "Couch Potato 0.0k" for casual participants. The marathon and 15-miler courses traverse scenic..

The Export 100 Trail Run is a challenging 101-mile out-and-back ultramarathon held in western Pennsylvania, featuring the scenic Westmoreland Heritage Trail, West Penn Trail, Morosini Preserve, Duff, and Pleasant Valley Parks. Set during October's vibrant fall foliage, the course offers approximatel..

Blackout in Emmaus, PA, is a rugged nighttime trail running event hosted by The Running Kind. The race features a challenging 10K course on South Mountain, covering over 1,000 feet of vertical gain through technical, mountainous terrain. Participants can choose the "Lights On" option, starting at du..

The Raven is a challenging half marathon held in Central Pennsylvania's scenic Seven Mountains region, starting and finishing at Poe Valley State Park in Coburn, PA. The 2025 course features a mix of single and double track trails, a stream crossing, and stunning vistas, making it suitable for mid-l..

The Black Forest Ultra is a challenging 100K trail race held in North Bend, Pennsylvania, deep within the Pennsylvania Wilds. Known as one of the toughest ultras in the Northeast, it features a midnight start and a strict 19-hour cutoff. The course is a lollipop loop with over 13,400 feet of elevati..

Scouting the Moon is an annual trail running event held at Clearview Pavilion in Moon Park, Moon Township, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for October 5, 2025, it features two race distances: a 5K run/walk through Moon Park and a more challenging 10K trail run through Montour Woods. Hosted by Scouts BSA Tro..

The Blues Cruise is a 50K trail ultramarathon held near Reading, Pennsylvania, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025. The 31-mile loop course circles Blue Marsh Lake, featuring varied terrain including fields, rolling hills, single track, and less than half a mile of public road. A notable challe..

The Think Big Trail Challenge, held in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, offers 5K and 10K trail runs through scenic and historic terrain at the Williamsport Water Authority. The courses feature a mix of smooth singletrack, rugged climbs, and flowing descents, with highlights including the challengi..

The Greene River Trail 5K, held in Rices Landing, Pennsylvania, is a scenic running and walking event organized by Greene County Parks & Recreation. The course runs along the picturesque Greene River Trail, offering participants stunning views of the Monongahela River. Suitable for all fitness level..

The Into the Woods Six Miler is a trail running event held in Erie, Pennsylvania, at 4105 Asbury Road. Scheduled for October 11, 2025, it serves as the final race of the 2025 trail run series. Participants will navigate a six-mile course featuring trails, fields, boardwalks, and streets, offering a..

The Lehigh Gap Nature Center 10k is a trail running event held in Slatington, Pennsylvania, featuring a challenging 10-kilometer loop course that starts and finishes at the Nature Center. The race showcases a variety of terrain, including a flat and fast start on the D&L Trail, a steep ascent on the..

The Green Monster Trail Challenge is a demanding trail running and hiking event held in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, within the scenic Tioga State Forest near the PA Grand Canyon. It offers three distance options: 15K, 25K, and a challenging 50K, featuring total ascents of approximately 1,700, 4,000, an..

The Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run takes place in Emporium, Pennsylvania, offering runners three distance options: 12k, 25k, and 50k, with a new 50k relay team event introduced in 2025. The course features a mix of rail/trail running, dirt roads, and trails through the scenic Elk State Forest, located..

The MuleSkinner Endurance Races take place in Upper Black Eddy, Pennsylvania, featuring distances of 50 miles, 50K, marathon, and half marathon. The course primarily follows the scenic, non-technical towpaths along the Pennsylvania side of the Delaware River, offering stunning views and an easy trai..

The Little Pine 5 Miler is a beginner-friendly trail race held at Little Pine State Park in Waterville, Pennsylvania. The race covers approximately 5.5 miles on the scenic Lakeshore Trail loop, offering a welcoming atmosphere for runners, hikers, and walkers of all ages and skill levels. Organized b..

The Call of the Wilds Mountain Fest is a challenging trail running event held in Waterville, Pennsylvania, at Little Pine State Park. Scheduled for mid-October to coincide with peak fall foliage, it offers two race distances: a 25K with over 5,000 feet of vertical gain and a 50K featuring about 8,00..