Mountain Creek Mayhem

Gardners, United States • 21 Sep 2025

Mountain Creek Mayhem takes place at Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Gardners, PA, within Michaux State Forest in the northern Appalachians. The event offers 50K, 20-Miler, and Half Marathon distances, featuring flowy single-track, ridgelines, rocky descents, and sweeping views. Elevation gains run about 4,400ft, 3,000ft, and 1,400+ft, with classic Michaux terrain—pine needle carpets, boulder features, and technical forest paths. Aid stations are spaced along the courses, with a drop bag at one location and crew access at select points. Presented by Meatball Runners, Mountain Creek Mayhem delivers a rugged, scenic trail-day experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
4400 m+
50k
20 mi
3000 m+
20 Miler
13 mi
1400 m+
1/2 Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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