Reading
Trail Running Calendar near Reading 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Reading for 2026-2027! We've gathered 41 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A weekend of trail races at Camp Mack in Newmanstown PA featuring a night 3.5 mile race, chip timed 12/6/3 hour endurance on a 3.4 mile loop, and free kids races with two course options.
Fundraiser in Atglen, PA with a grass course 5K, a 1 mile walk, and kids races for grades K to 6 on August 28, 2026.
September 2026
A four-part community trail series with three morning gatherings and a final sunset event in Marietta and Lancaster County. Participants choose their own distance, share food and hydration, and may register per event or buy a multi event pass.
A 12-hour trail endurance run on a measured five-mile loop near Reading PA, with individual and relay divisions, distance-based awards, aid stations and on-site amenities.
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.
An autumn 5K mud run fundraiser at Gretna Glen featuring 20 plus obstacles, competitive chip timing and non competitive waves, plus a separate 1.3 mile kids run for ages 5 to 11. Proceeds support Gretna Glen Camp and its ministry.
IM ABLE Games in Reading, PA features multiple running distances, an obstacle Kaaginator Fitness Challenge, trifecta options and adaptive divisions for athletes with physical or intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Knight Ruck at Gov. Dick on September 25, 2026 features 8 mile and 4 mile weighted ruck options, adult and junior fees, prizes for weighted finishers, and proceeds split with Gov. Dick.
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.
Fall trail event at Rock Hollow Woods ELC featuring a wheel-measured 5K and a 1 mile all ages fun run/walk with pre-registration required by September 19.
Trail event at Althouse Arboretum with a 5K run, a family dog walk with rescue participation, age-group awards, preregistration shirts and swag.
October 2026
Community 5K and 1 mile fun run at Cornwall Elementary on October 2, 2026 with proceeds benefiting the school PTO.
Trail-based five mile race and two mile fun walk at Camp Innabah in Spring City, PA on October 3, 2026. Proceeds support summer camping programs and scholarships, with a pancake breakfast and awards for overall and age groups.
Community 5K run or walk and a kids 1.5K at Heebner Park raising funds for the Methacton Backpack Program, with a trail 5K, shirts, water stations, and awards.
A 50K trail race around Blue Marsh Lake near Reading PA with seven themed aid stations, a 9 hour time limit, relay options, camping, and a post race buffet.
A community run and family walk on October 10, 2026 in Pottstown, PA featuring a 5K, a 10-mile route that crosses Douglassville Bridge, and a roughly 1-mile family loop along the Schuylkill River Trail.
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.
Trail race in Pottstown, PA offering 15k and 30k on technical park trails with rocks, roots and varied single and double track. Aid stations provide fruit, packaged snacks and hot options; custom and self supported fueling is allowed.