Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Pennsylvania for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 208 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Pennsylvania below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Final race of the Into the Woods 2026 trail run series, a chip timed six mile course through trails, fields and boardwalk at Asbury Woods in Erie, PA. Pre registration is $35 until October 9; day of entry is $40.
Experience the historic Oil Creek State Park through four trail races ranging from 25K to 100 miles, featuring significant elevation and scenic valley overlooks.
Experience the rugged beauty of Zindel Park with a 10K, 5K, or 2.5 mile trail run in Lock Haven supporting local youth programs and athletes.
A community run and family walk at Pottstown Riverfront Park offering a 5K, 10 mile and near mile family loop; proceeds support the Schuylkill River Trail Stewardship Fund.
Cross country meet at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia featuring men's 8,000 meter and women's 6,000 meter college/open races. Both courses are described as true cross country routes and include Flagpole, Parachute and Nursery Hills.
A memorial 5K run and walk in Greensburg on October 10, 2026 hosted by Westmoreland Christian Academy with proceeds supporting a local scholarship fund.
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 moderately hilly 5K at Knoebel Amusement Park with mixed gravel and asphalt, water stations, postrace refreshments, awards, and entry fees listed through October 7.
Community 5K and 1.5 mile run/walk on October 10, 2026 in Bellwood, PA, held on a new woods and grass cross-country course with a t-shirt option and door prizes.
A 4 mile trail race at Ives Run Recreation Area on October 10, 2026, with youth registration options, set fees and age group awards.
A community running event in Punxsutawney benefiting the hospital cancer care fund, with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1 mile fun run.
A 4 mile out and back trail race at Montour Preserve near Washingtonville PA on mixed grass, gravel, and forest surfaces with proceeds supporting the Bloomsburg Area YMCA BAY Swim Team.
Wooded trail event in Mifflin, PA on October 10, 2026, offering a 5K, 1-mile walk and kids run with aid stations and age-group awards.
A Halloween-themed community event in Ridgway PA with a 5K, 2-mile walk and 1-mile kids run, costume awards, finisher prizes, and proceeds supporting local cheer athletes.
Trail race near Wellsboro, PA offering 15K, 25K and 50K in Tioga State Forest with aid stations, post-race food, and a 350-runner capacity.
A community-focused trail run and ruck in Lock Haven on October 11 with two course options and a post-race celebration, raising funds for a local scholarship.
Community race in Schenley Park with a 5 km adult course, 1 km kids loop, packet pickup, picnic, and a finishers' medal shaped like the republic.
Two measured trail races at Evansburg State Park on October 11, 2026, with 14K and 6.5K options, water stops, age-group awards, and a mostly flat, runnable course.
A hilly 5K at Veteran's Park on 10/11/2026 with custom socks and chili for finishers, age-bracket medals, and a family festival with vendors and activities.
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.