Baker Trail Ultrachallenge
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Baker Trail UltraChallenge
The Baker Trail UltraChallenge is a point-to-point ultramarathon on the Baker Trail in Vowinckel, PA held on August 29, 2026. The event covers the northern section of the 134-mile Baker Trail and uses a scenic 50-mile course that begins at the trail's northern terminus and finishes at Brookville Evangelical Methodist Church in Brookville, PA.
The course mixes deep forest single-track, sections that overlap with the North Country Trail, and stretches through Cook Forest. The route includes about 6,200 feet of climbing and follows both trail and road surfaces with yellow blazes marking the path. Runners may go off course; staying alert for blazes and backtracking to the last mark are part of navigation on this course. A fourteen hour cutoff applies for individuals who wish to earn a medal segment.
Distances offered:
- Mens 50M North
- Womens 50M North
- 50M Relay for teams of up to 5 members
Brookville Evangelical Methodist Church serves as basecamp with participant check-in, pre-race dinner, camping facilities, shuttle service to the start, drop-bag collection, parking, the finish line, and a post-race picnic. Participant check-in is mandatory and is available both the evening before the race and on race morning. Free guided training runs are offered on July 24, July 26, and August 8 to help runners learn sections of the course. Equity and inclusion policies include a 50 percent spot reservation for women and guidelines for transgender and nonbinary participants, as well as pregnancy and adoption deferrals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
