Tussey Mountainback 50 Mile Ultra

Boalsburg, United States • 25-26 Oct 2025

The Tussey Mountainback 50 Mile Ultra is a scenic ultramarathon held in Boalsburg, Pennsylvania, within Rothrock State Forest. The event features a challenging 50-mile loop course that is 82% dirt and 18% paved, with varied terrain including uphill, level, and downhill sections, shaded areas, and scenic overlooks. The course passes through notable natural areas such as Whipple Dam State Park and Bear Meadows Natural Area, with a total elevation gain of 5,485 feet. The race weekend also includes a 100-mile ultramarathon, 50K, half marathon, kids' run, and relay options. All races start and finish at Tussey Mountain Ski and Family Fun Center, supporting the Jana Marie Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
100 Miler
50 mi
50 Mile Relay
50 mi
5485 m+
50 Miler
50 km
50k
13 mi
Half Marathon
Kids Fun Run (1 Mile)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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