The Frozen Snot
McElhattan, United States • 7 Feb 2026
Event overview
The Frozen Snot is a winter mountain trail race held in McElhattan, PA at 119 Pine Mountain Road. The event takes place on technical, steep terrain with boulder fields, rope-assisted descents, and variable cold-weather conditions including snow and ice. The race is limited to 350 runners and may operate a wait list when full. The organizer provides course marking, sweepers, medical and communications support, volunteers, and emergency access.
Courses and rules
Distances offered:
- 25K (about 16.5 miles)
- Long Course (about 13.5 miles)
- Short Course (about 8.3 miles)
Course statistics include total elevation gains of approximately 6,300 feet for the 25K, ~5,600 feet for the long course, and ~3,775 feet for the short course. The courses feature very steep climbs, including a climb of roughly 1,300 feet called The Beast.
Aid and logistics: full aid at Zindel Park, The Bacon Station (not full), and a water drop on the 25K loop. Registration rules include an age minimum of 16 unless an exception is approved. To enter the 25K, a runner must have completed the 13.5-mile course in under 5 1/2 hours between 2021 and 2025; this requirement will be verified.
Fees and refunds: entry is $100. Refunds are 50% (minus fees) until 12/31/25 and 25% until 1/15/26. Registrations are not transferable or deferrable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.