Bethlehem
Trail Running Calendar near Bethlehem 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bethlehem for 2026-2027! We've gathered 29 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Trail events at Hart Scout Reservation in Pennsburg include 12h, 6h and 4h timed options, a 6-mile hike and a virtual race supporting the local scouting council, run on mostly double-track and single-track wooded trails with hills and natural obstacl..
A Leaser Lake community event with a 5 mile trail run and a 100 yard youth Dragonfly Dash, plus educational activities, T shirts, refreshments and awards.
Join a 5k run or 1.7 mile honor walk on the flat D&L Trail, starting and ending at Taylor House Brewing Co. with refreshments and community awards.
A chip timed 5k at Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard & Winery on September 13, 2026, featuring race swag, a wine pour, age group awards and a virtual participation option.
A short lap elimination race at Fifth Street Cross in Emmaus PA on September 26, 2026 featuring timed scoring, laps of about 1.6 miles, and a tightening lap cutoff.
Experience a 5k trail run or a family dog walk through 27 wooded acres at the Althouse Arboretum followed by a festive Dog Days Fair with vendors and rescues.
A point to point event near Jim Thorpe featuring a 10k run and a 5k walk. The route follows streets and former railroad trail sections and finishes at Mauch Chunk Lake Park with medical support on site.
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, kids, 5K, 10K, half marathon and a three-person relay, with proceeds 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.
A community 5K at Smithfield Beach on the McDade Recreational Trail with post race food trucks, local vendors, music, and a family friendly gathering.
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.