Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Pennsylvania for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 145 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Pennsylvania below and join the trail community at these great events!
January 2027
A technical winter mountain trail event in McElhattan PA with three courses featuring steep climbs, rope assisted descents, boulder fields, and winter footing.
February 2027
A 10 mile off road trail race at French Creek State Park with rocky singletrack, two water stops, heated bathrooms and mandatory online registration.
A local US Road Running 5K and 10K in Manheim, PA on February 27, 2027 with finisher medals, published results, small race staff, and limited on-site services.
March 2027
A back-to-basics trail event at Blue Marsh Lake on March 6, 2027, offering 20 and 40 mile single-track courses with aid stations every three miles and a lollipop course layout; the 40 mile is two loops with drop bag access at mile 20.
A 10 km out-and-back trail race at Tussey Mountain Ski Area in Boalsburg, PA, run on Leg 1 of the Tussey Mountainback 50 Mile loop with 5 km up and 5 km down.
A 15.8 mile foot race in Millvale and Pittsburgh Northside that uses 42 sets of city steps and about 3,600 feet of climb, with free entry and donation support.
A trail 10K at Zindel Park in McElhattan PA with about 6.6 miles and 1,400 feet of climbing, organized by PA Trail Dogs with parking at Restless Oaks and shuttle service.
Scenic 5K at Armstrong Valley Winery on March 13, 2027 with chip timing, a finisher medal that doubles as a wine stopper, and a pour of wine.
Trail race at Codorus State Park with 50K, 25K and 8-mile options on the Ranger Trail; proceeds support a local animal rescue.
A 10 hour endurance trail run on a measured 4 mile loop at French Creek State Park where distance is decided by completed laps and awards follow distance.
Shaded compact gravel 5K and 10K on the Lancaster Junction Trail with finisher medals, posted results and a two hour course limit.
April 2027
Timed endurance event at Bear Creek Mountain Resort on April 3, 2027 with 7, 14, 21, and 28 mile options, aid stations, and an optional weighted division.
An 11 mile point to point race from Tussey Mountain Ski Area to Whipple Dam State Park near Boalsburg, PA, run on Legs 1-3 of the Tussey Mountainback 50 mile course.
A last person standing backyard ultra in Lenoxville where runners repeat 4.167 mile loops and must complete each loop within one hour.
A trail event at Genesis Church in York, PA featuring a 5K, 1-mile walk and kids 1/4-mile run, with proceeds supporting Genesis STEAM and Katallasso.
A flat out and back 5K and 10K on the Panhandle Trail in Oakdale with proceeds benefiting the South Hills Children's Choir.
Trail trail races of 4 mile and 8 mile take place in Montoursville PA on April 3, 2027 with awards, swag, a post race meal and no refunds.
Chip-timed 15K and 5K at Shawnee Inn and ShawneeCraft featuring McDade Trail miles, finisher medals, race shirts, post-race brunch, music, and a beer ticket for participants.
A trail event at Jacobsburg State Park with a roughly 5 mile counterclockwise loop and options for a single 5 mile, 3 hour, or 6 hour format.
A trail marathon and half marathon in Wissahickon Valley Park on April 10, 2027, featuring technical single track trails and significant climbing. The event includes race day bib pickup, live accordion music and a post race pizza party.