Murrysville Monster Trail Races

Murrysville, United States • 12 Jul 2026

Event Overview

The Murrysville Monster Trail Races is a trail running event in Murrysville, Pennsylvania.

Distances

The event includes two race distances:

  • 20K
  • 10K

Course and Features

The course route covers two parks in Western Pennsylvania: Duff Park and Pleasant Valley Park. The route features single track trails, water crossings, and obstacles like logs and trees. It includes significant elevation changes. The start of the course is described as flat and fast, but the overall route is challenging.

The event is part of the GCXC Max Vert Challenge, a series of three summer trail races. The race holds a Trail Sisters approval, which includes commitments such as equal podium awards for men and women, women's specific apparel, menstrual products at aid stations, and a pregnancy and postpartum policy.

Location

The event starts at 3091 Carson Ave, Murrysville, PA 15668. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
20k
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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