Call Of The Wilds Mountain Fest

Waterville, United States • 19 Oct 2025

The Call of the Wilds Mountain Fest, held in Waterville, Pennsylvania, is a challenging trail running event featuring 25K and 50K distances. Set in mid-October to showcase peak fall foliage, the courses traverse rugged terrain including the Mid State, Spiked Buck, Tiadaghton, Pesto, Panther Run, and the notorious Torbert Trail. The 25K course includes over 5,000 feet of vertical gain, while the 50K boasts about 8,000 feet, making both races suitable only for experienced runners. The event limits participation to 400 runners and enforces cut-off times to ensure daylight finishes. Post-race amenities include food and drink, with timing managed by Falcon Timing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
8000 m+
50k
25 km
5000 m+
25k
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