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Dirt Monster Trail Race

Name: Dirt Monster Trail Race
Start: 2025-11-01
End: 2025-11-01
Location: McCandless

McCandless, United States • 1 Nov 2025

The Dirt Monster 5 Mile Trail Race is a challenging cross-country event held in North Park, McCandless, Pennsylvania. The race features a hilly course that includes dirt roads and unpaved trails, providing an exciting experience for participants. In addition to the main race, there is a co-ed team competition, encouraging teamwork among runners.

Proceeds from the event benefit OCD PA, supporting individuals with OCD and their families. Participants registering early receive a unique race shirt, and a post-race party with soup adds to the fun atmosphere. Volunteers are also welcomed to assist with the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania McCandless

Race information

Website

5 mi

5 Mile

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

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Fri - Sun Mar 14-16

Visit Beaver County Rabid Raccoon 100

Beaver Falls - 18 mi from McCandless

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The Visit Beaver County Rabid Raccoon 100 is an exciting running event taking place from March 14 to March 16, 2025, in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. This annual event features a variety of races, including the 100-mile, 100k, half marathon, midnight half marathon, 5k, and several relay and challenge..

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Farther Together 12 Hour Ruck or Run

Allison Park - 4 mi from McCandless

Backyard Ultra

0 km

12 hr

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Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon

Elizabeth Township - 25 mi from McCandless

5 km

13 mi

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Saturday Apr 19

Tapped For Sap Trail Race 25k

Beaver Falls - 18 mi from McCandless

25 km

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Glacier Ridge Trail Ultramarathon & Trail Race

Portersville - 23 mi from McCandless

20 mi

50 km

50 mi

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Sunday May 18

Last Trail Standing - Rise Up Hero Trail Runs at Settlers Cabin Park - 25K

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