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Dark Sky 220

Lock Haven, United States • 25-30 Oct 2026

Event Overview

The Warrior Trail Foundation presents the Dark Sky 220, Cherry Springs 110, and Wooly 50K adventure runs. The event dates are October 25-30, 2026. It takes place in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. All proceeds from the event support trail running events and professional coaching scholarships for selected veteran athletes on the Warrior Trail Foundation Athlete Team.

Distances and Formats

Participants can choose from three distances:

  • Dark Sky 220: A 220-mile course with over 40,000 feet of elevation gain.
  • Cherry Springs 110: A 110-mile course with nearly 20,000 feet of elevation gain.
  • Wooly 50K: A 50-kilometer course.

Runners can complete their chosen distance in different styles:

  • Supported: With a crew and pacers allowed from the start.
  • Self-Supported: Using personal supply caches along the route.
  • Unsupported: Carrying all supplies from the start.
  • Team Option: Teams can run together in either a Supported or Self-Supported style.

A virtual participation option is also available for all distances.

Course and Logistics

The course traverses Pennsylvania trails, featuring fall foliage. The organizer notes that water sources are plentiful along the route. The specific start and finish locations are subject to change based on permits. Course GPX files are available via Caltopo, with links provided on the event website.

Registration and Fundraising

The registration fee is $22 per person for all distances and styles. This includes a suggested fundraising commitment of $300 ($100 for the 50K distance) for the Warrior Trail Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Pennsylvania Lock Haven

Race information

Registration
220 mi
Dark Sky 220
110 mi
Cherry Springs 110
50 km
Wooly 50k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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