Trail Running calendar near Cheat Lake 2026-2027

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 5K run and a 5K walk along the Gap Trail in West Newton, PA on 09/12/2026, held as part of the town's river festival with food, crafts, games, live music and fireworks.

A six hour loop challenge on shaded single track trails in North Park near Deer Browse 2 Pavilion in Allison Park PA. Runners complete as many 2 mile loops as they wish, earn a raffle ticket per loop, and top male and female loopers receive..

A 6.2 mile mountain run on country roads and trails in Helvetia, West Virginia, with a non competitive 2 mile walk and a 250 yard kids run for ages 10 and under. Registration and fees vary by event.

A Hawaiian themed 5K obstacle race at Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall that raises funds for The Stanley M. Marks Blood Cancer Research Fund and Lending Hearts. Teams carry a pineapple through the course and a luau follows with live m..

A 33.3 mile single loop trail run in the George Washington National Forest featuring a climb of Big Schloss with 360 degree views and three aid stations. Entry is limited to 60 runners and opens August 3, 2026.

A point-to-point 50 mile race on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail from near Rt 30 in Somerset to Mile 0 in Ohiopyle, with a five-person relay option and multiple staffed aid stations. Proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Parks & Forest Founda..

A 104-mile out-and-back trail race in Export, PA, covering 7,392 ft of gain and using the Westmoreland Heritage and West Penn Trails, with a 32-hour cut-off, staffed aid stations, and pacers allowed after Mile 62.

Experience the RAF Trail Race Series at Coopers Rock State Park with distances from 5K to 50K. Support a meaningful cause while enjoying looping trail courses and a vibrant community atmosphere in West Virginia.

Fineview Step Challenge in Pittsburgh on October 3, 2026 features 2 mile and 5 mile courses that climb 12 public staircases with over 1,600 steps including a 371 step set on Rising Main Avenue. Proceeds support Fineview Citizens Council pro..

A six hour timed trail event at Brady's Run Park on a 2.1 mile loop featuring steep opening climbs, ridgeline single track and technical switchback descents. Open to solo runners and two person relay teams with awards for top finishers.

Experience a classic cross country race on the trails of North Park during the autumn foliage season. Enjoy 20k, 10k, and 5k distances featuring handmade bamboo medals and traditional folk dancing.

A three day stage race around Spruce Knob in Circleville WV featuring a 50k, a 50 mile, a 13.1 mile half marathon and a 5k. Registration opens May 1 and closes August 16, 2026.

The Jordan Tomson Memorial 5K will take place in Greensburg on Saturday 10 October 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A trail event at Rocky Gap State Park on October 11, 2026 featuring three looping trails with varied terrain and elevation. Options include 25K, 50K, and relay teams of two or three with on-course and base camp aid stations.

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 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.

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..

A fall trail event in Little Orleans, Maryland offering a roughly 50K and 25K on forest trails with multiple aid stations and official cutoffs. Training runs take place in September and registration opens February 2, 2026.

A trail race day at Raccoon Creek State Park on 11 July 2026, featuring distances from 1 mile to 50K, aid stations on longer routes, and fundraising in support of a veteran community care organization.