Fifth Street Rock Monster

Fifth Street Rock Monster : Forever Farm, Mertztown PA

The event takes place on private singletrack trails at Forever Farm near Mertztown, Pennsylvania on April 11, 2027. The course uses continuous loops and runs mostly through woods beside farmland. Terrain is rolling and rugged with rocks, roots, and smoother singletrack sections.

Distances offered include:

• 5K - two laps of the western trail section
• 10K - 1.5 laps of the main loop
• Half Marathon - three laps of the course
• Marathon - six laps, measured close to the standard 26.2 miles
• Ultra Relay - seven laps totaling approximately 100 km (62 miles), run as a team relay

Aid stations are fully supported and stocked with fruit and drinks; participants are advised to bring any specialty nutrition they need. The relay uses a roughly 4.5-mile loop and is organized for three-person teams in a single Open category; two runners must be on course at all times with rotations in a designated exchange area, and all three teammates must complete at least two laps. Relay registration includes tiered team fees and prize payouts for the top three teams.

Additional event features on the weekend include Saturday mountain bike races and free overnight camping on Saturday. Amenities include portable toilets, a post-race meal and drink for participants, beer available for 21 and older, and a commemorative finisher coaster. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.