Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2026-2027

Take on a scenic 30K open water swim through Pittsburgh's three rivers, starting at Point State Park and raising funds for families via the Forever Fund. Kayaks and escort boats support swimmers in this unique annual marathon challenge.

Enjoy a scenic 5K trail or one mile Move As You Please at Thorncroft Equestrian Center’s 70 acre farm in Malvern. Finish with live music, food trucks and pony meet and greets while supporting care for Thorncroft horses.

Run the Dandelion Trail at Camp Mount Luther on Sept 5 and support the camp with scenic 5K and 10K loop courses. Kids fun run and finisher awards add family friendly fun for all abilities.

A trail event in Montour Woods Conservation Area offering Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and 50K options on twisty dirt singletrack with significant elevation gain and aid stations. Proceeds benefit the Hollow Oak Land Trust.

Join the Camptown Races on September 12, 2026 for a lively 10k, new 5k, or 10k relay across a scenic road and technical trail course with roots, rocks, and a creek crossing. Perfect for solo runners and teams looking for a fun challenge.

Join the Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run in scenic Seven Valleys, PA on September 12, 2026 for a fun 5K or 10K through rolling trails and forest scenery. Volunteers welcome to help keep this community event running strong.

A 5k run and 5k walk on the Gap Trail in West Newton, PA, held as the opening event of the Newton River Festival. The festival also features food and crafts vendors, games, live music and fireworks.

Run rugged single track through Hickory Run State Park at Boulder Field 100, a scenic figure 8 50K loop with a boulder field crossing and the gritty Shades of Death trail. Choose 18 miles, 50K or 100 km for a challenging day on the trails.

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

Experience the Pine Creek Challenge in Wellsboro PA on Sep 12, a scenic out and back along the Pine Creek Rail Trail through dramatic Pine Creek Gorge. Distances from marathon to 100 Miler offer an epic day on wide crushed stone trails.

A trail event near Lock Haven, PA that features a large boulder field and technical singletrack, with a long route of about 24 miles and a 25K option. Registration opens in December and is limited to 600 runners.

Choose from a 25K, 40 Mile or 40 Mile relay on scenic mixed terrain at Codorus State Park, featuring lakeshore singletrack, open fields and historic sites. Enjoy a fully stocked aid station, race day picnic and finisher awards.

Run scenic trails around Marilla Reservoir with 14 mile and 7 mile trail runs or a 4 mile hike. Enjoy winding single track, rolling hills and a finish at a historic covered bridge while supporting local trail maintenance.

The The Dam Half will take place in Mifflinburg on Sunday 27 September 2026. You can run between 4 and 13 miles.

Take on the Export 100, a rugged 104 mile trail run in Export, Pennsylvania that weaves rail trails and single track through scenic reserves and parks. Expect challenging climbs, varied terrain, and a 32 hour cutoff to reach the finish.

The Camp Innabah Fall Classic will take place in Spring City on Saturday 3 October 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Celebrate Oktoberfest with a 5K Trail Run at Boal City Brewing in Boalsburg this October. Tackle scenic rolling trails and hills, enjoy a free brew if 21 or older, and stay for awards and a trophy engraving for overall winners.

Join the Kettle Cooker Five & Dime at Glenroy Preserve for scenic loop trails with 5 mile, 10 mile and 25K options over hills, creeks and rocky terrain. Chip timing, aid stations, a soft tee and post race beer make it a great day.

Join the 2026 FAAP Fall Classic at North Park on October 4 for scenic cross country races on park trails including part of the Rachel Carson Trail as autumn arrives. Proceeds support an orphanage in the Philippines with bamboo medals.

Take on a rugged 100K along the Black Forest Trail in the Pennsylvania Wilds on October 4, 2026, with over 13,400 ft of climbing and steep ascents in under a mile. No crews or pacers allowed and registration opens January 1, 2026.