Hillman Ride and Fly

Frankfort Springs, United States • 27-28 Jun 2026

Event overview

Hillman Ride and Fly - Ride & Tie and Equation is a two-day event at Hillman State Park in Frankfort Springs, Pennsylvania on June 27-28, 2026. The event is organized by the Pittsburgh Area Run and Ride Trail Association and is listed as a public event. The park location is about 45 minutes from Pittsburgh.

Format and course

The event features disciplines that combine trail running and horseback riding. A ride and tie is a team race with two people and one horse sharing the course. An equathon is a relay where the first lap is on horseback and the second lap is on foot; one person may do both laps or teams may split the laps. The course uses a mix of flowy single track, smooth grass, and gravel road, and includes a model airport area.

Distances

  • 6 miles
  • 12 miles
  • 18 miles
  • 30 miles

Ride & Tie offers the four listed distances. Equathon loops are available in 6, 12, and 18 mile options that can be mixed and matched.

Facilities

Camping is available for both horses and people. The event runs across two days and is open to the public. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

18 mi
Equathon 18 Miles
12 mi
Equathon 12 Miles
6 mi
Equathon 6 Miles
Ride & Tie 12 Miles
Ride & Tie 18 Miles
Ride & Tie 30 Miles
Ride & Tie 6 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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