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Cheslen Chase

Name: Cheslen Chase
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-09
Location: Newlin Township

Newlin Township, United States • 9 May 2026

ChesLen Chase 2026

ChesLen Chase is an annual event organized by Natural Lands at 1199 Cannery Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320. The event includes a trail race and a community fun run walk with separate youth categories.

Available distances

5K Trail Run
2 mile Fun Run Walk

Registration opens on 2/5/2026 and closes on 5/8/2026. Fee structure is listed by category: the 5K has a pre registration fee of $35 and a late or race day fee of $40; the 2 mile fun run walk has a pre registration fee of $20 and a late or race day fee of $25. Youth pricing is specified: ages 6 to 12 are $15 pre registration and $20 late or race day, and children 5 and under are free. Natural Lands members receive a $5 discount and must choose the correct category during online registration.

After the running events there is a post race gathering that includes live music, craft beer, food trucks, and an awards ceremony. The event description focuses on outdoor trail running and family friendly participation at the Coatesville location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Newlin Township

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k Trail Run

2-Mile Fun Run-Walk

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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