Earth Day Trail Run

Bryn Athyn, United States • 18 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The 8th Annual Earth Day Trail Run is held at the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania. All proceeds from the event benefit the trust's efforts to protect open space and maintain its over 950 acres of land.

Courses

Participants can choose from three main distances. The one-mile walk has a special "Tale Trail" feature created in collaboration with the Southampton Library, designed as a story stroll to motivate children.

  • 10K Trail Run
  • 5K Trail Run
  • 1 mile walk

The courses take place on nature trails with grass and gravel surfaces and rolling hills. All routes start and finish at the trust headquarters. The distances are approximate due to the natural trail setting. Pets, including dogs, are not permitted on the preserve or at the event.

Additional Details

The event is professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Company, with results posted online. A race t-shirt is included with entry, with sizes guaranteed by March 31, 2026. Refreshments and prizes are available after the race, and entry is free for children aged 12 and under. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
15 mi
15-Mile
5 mi
5-Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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