Trail Running Calendar Pennsylvania 2026-2027

Experience the rugged beauty of Salt Springs Park with technical trail races through old growth forests and wetlands. Choose between 5K, 10K, or a demanding 50K ultra featuring 7,000 feet of elevation gain.

Experience an urban obstacle course race at a major sports arena in Philadelphia. Tackle five kilometers and twenty obstacles through stadium stairs and concourses in this fast paced fitness challenge for adults and children.

Explore a beautiful seventy acre equestrian farm in Malvern through a cross country trail run or a move as you please mile. Enjoy a community celebration featuring live music and pony meet and greets to support horse care.

Experience a scenic trail race through Camp Mt. Luther with 5k and 10k double loop options. This event features a kids fun run, finisher awards for all participants, and supports a local cause in memory of Rev. Glenn Heasley.

Event Overview The Sidewinder is a trail running event on September 5, 2026, taking place in the Montour Woods Conservation Area and Moon Park near Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. This is the first edition of the event, with proceeds benefiting t..

Enjoy a scenic out and back 5k run or walk along the Stonycreek River on the Jim Mayer Riverswalk Trail. This family friendly event in Johnstown supports the local trail network and offers free entry for youth participants.

A free trail run for kids 12 and under in Lock Haven. The 3 mile course has small hills and is part of a three race series. After the run, there will be lunch and activities.

Experience a scenic run through the woods and around the Howard Eaton Reservoir on a mix of gravel roads and single track trails. Choose between 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances to support local youth programs.

Boulder Field 100 The Boulder Field 100 takes place in Hickory Run State Park near Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. It features three distances: 100 km, 50K, and an 18 Miler. The event is scheduled for September 12, 2026. The course is described a..

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..

The Pine Creek Challenge is a trail run on the scenic Pine Creek Rail Trail in Pennsylvania's Pine Creek Gorge. Runners can choose from 100-mile, 100k, 50-mile, and marathon distances on an out-and-back course. The event starts and finishes..

Pain in Moraine is a 24-hour loop challenge at Moraine State Park. Runners test themselves on a scenic 10K trail course with hot food and full support. See how many laps you can stack up in a full day of running.

Mountain Creek Mayhem is a trail running festival in Pennsylvania's Michaux State Forest. Runners can choose from a 50K, 20 miler, or half marathon on challenging, scenic courses. The event is based at Pine Grove Furnace State Park with ful..

Experience Pennsylvania's highest trail race at Blue Knob featuring three distances from 10K to a 50K ultramarathon. Navigate technical rocky terrain and significant elevation gains while enjoying post race food and resort amenities.

Run along the Lehigh River on the hard packed D and L Trail. This USATF certified course features a consistent downhill grade and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier in the Poconos.

Experience the 15th annual Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run in Seven Valleys. Choose between the 5K or 10K courses and explore the natural landscapes preserved by the Farm and Natural Lands Trust.

Experience a historic trail run through Camptown featuring technical terrain and creek crossings. Choose between the 10k individual race, a 5k trail option, or a two-person relay through the Pennsylvania countryside.

Kick off the local river festival with a 5K run or walk on West Newtons scenic Gap Trail. Enjoy a full day of food vendors craft stalls games live music and fireworks after you cross the finish line.

The Boulder Beast in Lock Haven, PA, is a demanding trail run featuring a famous boulder field and diverse terrain. Runners can choose between a 25-mile or 25K distance, both with strict daylight cut-off times. The event includes camping, a..

Trails 4 Tails offers a 40-mile ultra, a 40-mile team relay, and a 25K on a scenic multi-loop course through Codorus State Park. The trail route features varied terrain and changes direction each year. All races finish at a stocked pavilion..