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Mountain Creek Mayhem

Gardners, United States • 21 Sep 2025

Mountain Creek Mayhem is a trail running event held at Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Gardners, Pennsylvania, nestled in the northern Michaux State Forest of the Appalachian Mountains. The race offers three distances: a challenging 50K (approximately 33 miles with 4,700+ feet elevation gain), a tough 20-mile course with 3,000 feet of climbing, and a scenic half marathon of about 13.4 miles with 1,700+ feet elevation gain. Runners experience diverse terrain including single-track trails, ridgelines, rocky descents, and stunning views like Pole Steeple. Aid stations and crew access vary by distance, with generous time limits accommodating a range of participants. The event is hosted by the Meatball Runners community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Gardners

Race information

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50 km
50k
20 mi
20 Miler
13 mi
1/2 Marathon
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