Reading
Trail Running Calendar near Reading 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Reading for 2026-2027! We've gathered 35 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
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.
November 2026
Two day off road race weekend in Phoenixville PA with 4 mile and 10 mile runs, a Squatchy Challenge medal for both days, plus beer and bagels.
A 6 hour trail challenge in Coatesville where runners complete a 5K each hour; finishing all six laps earns a medal and combined times count toward local and world rankings.
Nighttime 10 km trail race in Reading, PA with runnable rustic trails, required personal illumination, online registration and a postrace beer garden at the Liederkranz club.
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 and a roughly 1000 meter kids fun run at Northern Lebanon High School on November 14, 2026, run on a hilly mix of trails, grass and macadam.
A chip-timed 5K on the Lancaster Junction Recreation Trail in Manheim, PA supporting the Friends of Pam Reynolds Memorial Scholarship, with cash awards and a virtual option.
Trail festival at Independence Park with races from 4 and 8 miles to 3 hour and 6 hour formats, plus a 2 mile walk, music, and vendors.
An evening 5K trail run at Gretna Glen Camp and Retreat Center with glow sticks marking the course, varied terrain, and s'mores and hot cocoa after the run.
Black Friday endurance event on the FSX course with cycling and running distances, a $25 entry plus a 6-pack, relay options, and elapsed-time scoring.
Free untimed 5K group run in Pottsville with choices of cross country, track laps, or a JFK route; cash donations support the Pottsville XC Boosters.
December 2026
A ten hour endurance event of ten hourly four mile laps in Ephrata, PA with solo and relay options and proceeds for Bible translation.
A pirate themed endurance event in Pennsburg PA offering 4 hour and 8 hour timed ultra options on a 2 to 3 mile loop with aid station, shirt and medal.