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.

Race information

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