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Smith's Challenge Trail Run

Lancaster, United States • 15 Jun 2025

Smith's Challenge Trail Run, directed by the Lancaster Road Runners Club, is a historic trail running event held at Lancaster County Central Park in Pennsylvania. Celebrating its 36th anniversary in 2025, the race offers two distances: a 5-mile and a 10-mile trail run, with the 10-mile race consisting of two loops of the 5-mile course. The challenging course features diverse terrain including trails, grass, water crossings, and a covered bridge, with a water stop near the bridge. The event fosters a friendly atmosphere with awards for top male and female finishers and a prize raffle for participants. It is recognized as the oldest trail race in Central Pennsylvania. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Lancaster

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10 mi
10 Mile Trail Race
5 mi
5 Mile Trail Race
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