Bethlehem
Trail Running Calendar near Bethlehem 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bethlehem for 2026-2027! We've gathered 21 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Mountain trail race at Camelback Resort on October 4, 2026, run on a 2.5 mile loop with just under 900 ft of climb per loop. Options include 2.5, 5, 10 miles, a 10 mile team relay, ruck division and chip timing.
Flat multi-distance runs along the Delaware River towpath in Bucks County offering half, marathon, 50K and 50 mile options with aid stations and tent camping at Tinicum Park.
A community trail event at Leaser Lake with a 5K run and walk, a separate 2K scenic walk, and a short kids fun run; timed results and age-group awards are provided.
A three-day running festival in Bethlehem, PA offering trail, 5K, 10K, half marathon and a three-person relay, presented by Jefferson and benefiting the American Cancer Society.
A new point-to-point trail course at Lehigh Gap Nature Center on October 24, 2026 with a 10 km route featuring varied single track and a shorter 2 Mile Scamper.
November 2026
Trail races at Green Lane Park offering 25K run or ruck and a 50K two loop option with mixed surfaces, shaded sections, an aid station at start and finish, and cupless service.
Community 5K at Smithfield Beach along the McDade Recreational Trail with post race food trucks, local vendors, and music.
Fall Back runs the roughly 5 mile Jacobsburg State Park loop in reverse and offers single-loop, 3-hour, and 6-hour loop options with a downloadable GPX map.
Annual 5K Ruck and Run/Walk at Bicentennial Park in Bethlehem honors veterans with awards for age groups and a non competitive 1 mile fun run.
Four races on the scenic D&L Trail in eastern Pennsylvania: marathon, marathon relay, and heritage half marathon options, with proceeds supporting the D&L National Heritage Corridor.
Black Friday lap event in Emmaus, PA offering runs and rides from 10K to 100 miles, team relay and challenge formats, a six-pack prize system, and USATF permit coverage.
March 2027
Trail event at Worthington State Forest on 21 March 2027 offering 30K and 50K+ on a 6.7 mile loop with steep climbs and a 12 hour limit.
April 2027
Trail run at Forever Farm in Mertztown PA with Half marathon, 10k and 5k on marked singletrack plus post-race BBQ, beer, kids bike course and camping.
May 2027
A 5K trail run and walk at Jacobsburg State Park raising funds to sponsor wreaths for veterans and supporting local veteran charities.
June 2027
A timed trail event at Levee Loop Trailhead offering 5K and 10K races plus a 5K walk and pool access for bib holders.
July 2027
Two-day obstacle racing at Blue Mountain Ski Area with 5 km and 10 km races, kids runs, and a four hour Hurricane Heat.
A chip timed trail 5K festival on July 10, 2027 at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm in Stroudsburg, PA, benefiting the farm.
A Spartan Trail 10K at Blue Mountain Ski Area in Palmerton PA on July 11, 2027 featuring narrow singletrack trails outside the ski area and spectator access.
A trail run in Kempton, PA on July 31, 2027 with timed lap starts and elimination each lap until a single runner remains.