Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2026-2027

Point to point 10k trail run in Slatington, PA on October 10, 2026, finishing 1,000 foot above the Lehigh Gap. The course includes single track and technical trails and a separate 2 mile scramble option.

Cross country meet at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia featuring men's 8,000 meter and women's 6,000 meter college/open races. Both courses are described as true cross country routes and include Flagpole, Parachute and Nursery Hills.

A community 5K run and walk on the Five Star Trail in Greensburg, PA, held October 10, 2026, with a mostly flat course and proceeds supporting a memorial scholarship fund for local Christian education.

A mountain trail event near Wellsboro, PA offering 15K, 25K and 50K routes with substantial elevation gain and maintained aid stations. The race is limited to 350 runners, has a no refund policy, and no day of registration.

A community trail run and ruck in Lock Haven, PA on October 11, 2026 honoring Cody Myers. Two distances are offered with two stocked aid stations and proceeds support a local scholarship.

Community race in Schenley Park on 11 October 2026 with a 5 km adult course and a 1 km kids loop, packet pickup and a republic-shaped finisher medal. The event features an autumn picnic by the Czech and Slovak school and on-site refreshment..

Experience the heart of the PA Wilds with trail races through Elk State Forest. Choose from distances including 12k, 25k, or a 50k ultra and relay starting in Emporium.

A community 5K in Houtzdale, PA on October 17, 2026 at the Moshannon Valley Cross Country Course. Entry is $25 with a T shirt for pre-registrations by October 1; medals and a $50 prize are awarded to top finishers.

A non competitive winter running series of six loops totaling 66 miles along the Delaware River in NJ and PA from October 2026 to February 2027. Limited to 100 registrants, includes aid stations and a handmade finisher award.

Experience a Halloween themed trail race through the scenic woods of North Park. Choose between the 6.66K or 13K distances and enjoy a festive atmosphere in Allison Park.

Trail running event in Waterville, PA with a 25K route featuring over 5000 feet of vertical and a 10K of about 1000 feet. Courses use Mid State and other forest trails and the field is limited to 400 runners.

The WXT Ultra will take place in Washington Crossing on Saturday 24 October 2026. You can run between 25 and 50 kilometers.

A fall ultramarathon and relay in Rothrock State Forest near Boalsburg, PA. Loop courses on mostly unpaved fire roads offer 50 mile, 50 km and half marathon options with staffed aid stations and relay transitions.

A roughly 2 mile untimed loop at Camp Anderson on October 24, 2026 where runners, walkers and costumed zombies navigate Zombie Zones and flag belts. Proceeds benefit Tyrone Snyder Public Library and Camp Anderson.

Trail race in Pottstown, PA offering 15k and 30k on technical park trails with rocks, roots and varied single and double track. Aid stations provide fruit, packaged snacks and hot options; custom and self supported fueling is allowed.

A beginner-friendly trail run on the Lakeshore Trail at Little Pine State Park in Waterville, PA, listed as a 5 mile course but typically about a half mile longer; limited to 200 entrants with tech shirts and post-race food.

A multi-day trail event in Lock Haven, PA offering 220 mile, 110 mile and 50K options with supported, self supported, unsupported and team formats, raising funds for the Warrior Trail Foundation.

A 25K trail race in Ridley Creek State Park, Glen Mills, PA, on October 25, 2026. The single loop features about 1,800 feet of climbing, technical trails, three aid stations and a five hour finish cutoff, with prizes for top three men and w..

An age-group graded 5.5-mile trail race at Frances Slocum State Park on October 25, 2026, run mainly on grass and earth. Pre-registration is required; the entry fee is $10 and online registration closes October 23.

A Halloween nighttime 5-mile out-and-back on the Ghosttown Trail in Vintondale, PA, held October 31, 2026. The closed-course event requires personal lighting, uses chip timing, includes one water stop, awards by age groups, and has a 1 hour..