Half Ass 25k
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Tuscarora Half Ass 25K & 15K
A trail running event in Colonel Denning State Park near Newville, PA, organized by Meatball Runners. The event offers two distances:
- 25K: over 4,000 feet of vertical gain.
- 15K: nearly 2,700 feet of vertical gain.
Both races begin together and share the same opening route on park trails, with early climbing and varied footing. The 25K continues beyond the 15K finish area for an additional roughly 10K loop on the eastern side of the park. The 15K includes the Flat Rock Vista valley view.
Aid stations are placed at multiple mile markers on each course and provide water, an electrolyte option, sweet and salty items, and some vegan choices. The event enforces a hard course cut-off of 3:00 PM for all runners; 25K runners must reach Mile 9.3 by 12:00 PM. Per the DCNR permit the field is strictly limited to 120 total participants. Online registration closes May 30 and a waitlist is used if capacity is reached; race-day registration is possible only if the 120 limit has not been met.
The race headquarters is at 1599 Doubling Gap Rd with parking directed to Pavilion #2. Standard registration does not include shirts or a swag bag. Overall male and female winners in each distance receive a special award. The organizer notes options for financial assistance, refunds, or deferrals for unexpected situations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
