South Ridge Trail Challenge

Allison Park, United States • 1 Jun 2025

The South Ridge Trail Challenge is a premier trail running event taking place in Allison Park, PA, on June 1, 2025. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5K (approximately 3.5 miles), a 10K (around 6.66 miles), and a 20K (nearly a half marathon). The race features a scenic course that includes a mix of dirt and gravel roads, as well as rocky and root-covered single-track trails, all set against the backdrop of early summer in Western Pennsylvania. Runners can also opt to participate in the "MAX VERT" challenge, which includes multiple races throughout the summer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
20k (ish) - Almost a Half Marathon
10 km
10k (ish) - Closer to 6.66 Miles
5 km
5k (ish) - It's Really About 3.5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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