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 for October 4, 2025. It features a marathon (26.2 miles), 15-miler, 5k, and a unique Couch Potato 0.0k for casual participants. The marathon and 15-miler courses traverse scenic trails including the Ghost Town Trail and C & I Extension, finishing at Duman Lake County Park.

A leisurely 26.2-mile group bike ride is also offered. The event welcomes athletes with disabilities in the 5k division, providing adaptive options. Participants enjoy aid stations, medals, commemorative shirts, and post-race music and meals, all supporting Cambria County trail enhancements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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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