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Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon

Ebensburg, United States • 4 Oct 2025

The Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon, held in Ebensburg, PA, is a multi-distance running and biking event set along the scenic Ghost Town Trail and C & I Extension. Participants can choose from a marathon (26.2 miles), 15-miler, 5k, or a fun "Couch Potato 0.0k" event. The marathon and 15-miler start in Ebensburg and Nanty Glo respectively, finishing at Duman Lake County Park, which also serves as the start/finish for the 5k and bike ride.

The bike ride covers a leisurely 26.2 miles round trip. The course features crushed gravel trails with some pavement and minor hills, with aid stations and ADA-compliant restrooms along the way. The event welcomes athletes with disabilities and offers medals, shirts, and post-race music and meals.

Proceeds support local trail enhancements and firefighter training. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Ebensburg

Race information

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26 mi
Marathon (26.2 Miles)
15 mi
15 Miler
5 km
Couch Potato 0.0k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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