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The Long Run - Spring Forward

Wind Gap, United States • 4 Apr 2026

The Long Run event

The Long Run is a loop-based running event held at Jacobsburg State Park. The course is a give-or-take 5 mile loop that combines single-track trail and flat, fast gravel sections. The loop features about 450 ft of elevation change. The event is offered in two editions named Spring Forward and Fall Back; the original course direction is used in spring and the same course is run in reverse in fall.

Format, dates, records and charity

Participants may complete a single loop or run as many loops as possible within 3 or 6 hours. Two upcoming dates listed are November 2, 2025 and April 4, 2026, both at Jacobsburg State Park. The fastest recorded 40-mile finish time listed is 5:37:13. The event organizer collects items for The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, with blankets noted as commonly appreciated. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Wind Gap

Race information

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5 mi
450 m+
5 Miles Loop Around Jacobsburg State Park
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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