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Rise & Run 50k - Wellsboro

Name: Rise & Run 50k - Wellsboro
Start: 2026-07-18
End: 2026-07-18
Location: Wellsboro

Wellsboro, United States • 18 Jul 2026

Race Details

The Rise & Run 50k is an ultramarathon taking place on the West Rim Trail near Wellsboro, Pennsylvania. The course is an out-and-back format.

The Course

The race follows the West Rim Trail. This is a remote, single-track trail located within the Pine Creek Gorge, which is known as the "Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania."

Important Information

There is one aid station, which is approximately 1.5 miles from the start/finish area and is accessible for crew members.

The event includes a pre-race group campout. It is part of the Tyoga Running Club 2026 race series.

All participants receive a race shirt. Finishers are awarded a wooden finisher's medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Wellsboro

Race information

Website

50 km

50k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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