Path Of The Flood Historic Races

Johnstown, United States • 24 May 2025

The Path of the Flood Historic Races, held annually in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, commemorate the historic 1889 Johnstown Flood. The event features multiple race distances including a 14-mile, 8-mile, and 5K, with youth participation free for those 17 and under. The 14-mile course uniquely starts within the ruins of the South Fork Dam and follows the South Fork Little Conemaugh River, passing through significant landmarks such as the luminary-lit Staple Bend Tunnel—the first railroad tunnel in the U.S.—and finishing at Peoples Natural Gas Park near the historic Stone Bridge. The race offers a scenic mix of road and rail trail running through several boroughs, highlighting the region's resilience and heritage. Proceeds support local trail programs and heritage preservation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

14 mi
14 Miler
14 mi
Youth 14 Miler
8 mi
8 Miler
8 mi
Youth 8 Miler
5 km
Youth 5k
5 km
5 km
5k Pof
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