The Schuylkill River Ultra Marathon
Mont Clare, United States • 25 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Schuylkill River 50k Relay & Ultra Marathon is scheduled for April 25, 2026, in Mont Clare, Pennsylvania. The event is a 50 km (31 mile) out-and-back route that follows the Schuylkill River Trail through Montgomery County and Valley Forge National Park to Conshohocken. The race starts at Saint Michael's Park, which adjoins Lock 60 in Mont Clare, and the finish area is located near Lock 60 Canal outside Phoenixville. The event offers both in-person and virtual options.
Format, logistics and services
Race options include solo ultra entries and relay teams of 3 to 6 runners. Teams must provide their own transportation between transition points and team captains may pick up packets for their whole team. Starts are staggered into waves based on expected completion time to reduce trail impact. Timing is electronic using tri-chip bracelets with transition-point splits; chip timing is provided.
On-course support includes aid stations at each transition, three relay points (two of which are used twice), drop-bag service for ultrarunners, staffed timing checkpoints, portable toilets, food, water and parking. Awards include medals and buckles for relay and ultra categories, with baton medals for fastest teams of 3 and fastest teams of 6 in male, female and coed divisions. Packet pickup is available on race day and there is an early pickup option the night before. The event location is listed as Saint Michael's Grove along the Schuylkill River Trail, 300 Jacobs St, Mont Clare, PA 19453. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.