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Hellbender Half Marathon

Bear Gap, United States • 24 Aug 2025

The Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon is held annually in Bear Gap, Pennsylvania, within the scenic Weiser State Forest's Roaring Creek Tract. The event features both a half marathon and a 5k race, each following fast, flat, out-and-back courses along reservoir lakes and forest roads in this 9,000-acre park. Named after the native aquatic salamander, the race supports conservation efforts for clean water in the state forest and surrounding watershed. Limited to 300 participants due to parking restrictions, the race includes race shirts, finisher medals, and a post-race meal. It offers a beautiful natural setting ideal for road and trail runners alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Bear Gap

Race information

Registration
13 mi
Half Marathon
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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