If you enjoy challenges in the outdoors, Clinton County is the place to be. The area has become a mecca for trail runs that pit participants not so much against each other but against challenging terrain! More casual hikes are also available, as are bicycling events, triathlons, sport motorcycling, powerboat racing, golf tournaments, and more. The following is a sampling of the types of events offered!
February 04 - Frozen Snot Trail Race (13.5 miles & 8.3 miles)
119 Pine Mountain Rd., McElhattan. 7:30am (registration 6am). Over a mile of elevation gain. Brutal climbs. Worse descents. Held during the coldest week of the year. A trail race on Bald Eagle Mountain that combines some of the toughest terrain in central Pennsylvania. Both the long and short course start and end at the outdoor pavilion at Restless Oaks Restaurant.
March 18 - Fire on the Rocks 10K
Durty Dabbers Pavilion, McElhattan. 9am. This course utilizes local trails that are part of both the Frozen Snot and Boulder Beast races. Expect about 1,100 feet of climbing throughout the 6.5 miles. The event starts & finishes at the Durty Dabbers pavilion. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs.
April 8 - Eagleton Trail Challenge (50K, 25K, 25K Ruck & 10K)
Sons of Italy Campground, 44 Sons Rd., Mill Hall. 8am. Trek through the scenic, historic Eagleton Mine Camp Trail in Sproul State Forest on one of three very runnable 10, 25 or 50K trails, each challenging in their own way, or take the ruck option on the 25K course, where participants compete with a weighted backpack in a test of strength, endurance and character. All of the distances follow a loop course and share the same first and last several miles.
April 22 - Hyner View Trail Challenge (25K & 50K)
Eagles Nest, 9582 Renovo Rd., Renovo. 8am. The 16th annual Hyner View Trail Challenge is a course set up to challenge each individual mentally and physically. There are three major climbs and three major descents over a course filled with vistas, stream crossings, and single-track paths. The HVTC 25K is part of the Rocksylvania Trail Series and the 50K is part of the PA Triple Crown of Mountain Running. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs.
May 6 - Mountain of Hope Trail Challenge (5K & Half Marathon)
Amish School House, 511 Beagle Rd., Mill Hall. 5K starts at 9am; Half-Marathon at 9:30am. A challenging 5K course and a very technical half marathon course through the mountains of East Nittany Valley in Mill Hall. Proceeds benefit Sharing Hope Ministries disaster relief efforts. (570)263-6087.
May 7 – Bridge to Bridge Run/Walk
Additional information to follow.
June 3 - Slate Run 25K
153 Yoder Lane, Slate Run. 9am. A 25K trail race through the remote and rugged mountains of Tiadaghton State Forest. The course takes runners through the Algerine Wild Area and Red Run sections of the Black Forest Trail that are full of technical single track, streams, and awesome vistas. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs and part of the Rocksylvania Trail Series of races.
June 17 - Sproul 10K
Western Clinton Sportsman's Association Clubhouse,161 Sportsman's Lane, North Bend. 10am. The 15th annual Sproul 10K, also known as the "Toughest 10K in PA.” Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs and part of the Rocksylvania Trail Series of races.
June 18 - Little Loggers Trails Fest
Western Clinton Sportsman's Association Clubhouse,161 Sportsman's Lane, North Bend. 10am. Designed just like the adult races, this trail run is for kids 12 and under, aimed at getting them outdoors and giving them an opportunity to try the sport of trail running. The course is about 2.75 miles with a few small hills to challenge participants. Food and family fun afterward. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs and ReVibe Outdoors.
August 26 - Hyner Half Trail Race
Hyner Run State Park, 86 Hyner Park Rd., North Bend. 8am. A 14-mile trail race in the heart of the PA Wilds. This course in Sproul State Forest includes of some of the Eastern States 100 course. A runner-only event with a strict 4.5-hour time limit. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs.
September 23- Boulder Beast Trail Challenge (24 Miler & 25K)
Castanea Fire Company Picnic Grounds, 859 Lower Creek Rd, Lock Haven. 7am. The course that started the trail racing craze in central PA! An approximate 24-mile course with about 6,000 feet of vertical gain. A shorter, 25K course is also offered for those not ready for 24 miles, but who still want to tackle the infamous boulder field. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs.
October 21 - Little Pine 5 Miler
Little Pine State Park, 4205 Little Pine Creek Rd., Waterville. 10am. A beginner trail race that is suitable for runners/hikers of all ages and skill levels. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs.
October 22 - Call of the Wilds Mountain Fest
Little Pine State Park, 4205 Little Pine Creek Rd., Waterville. 50K starts at 6am. 25K starts at 9am. Both courses use portions of the Mid State, Spiked Buck, Tiadaghton, Pesto, Panther Run and Torbert trails. Be prepared to take on some of the toughest terrain in PA with over 5,000 feet of vertical for the 25K and 8,000 for the 50K. Sponsored by the PA Trail Dogs.
November 5 - The View 25K
Western Clinton County Sportsman’s Club, 161 Sportsman’s Lane, North Bend. 9am. This trail race gives runners a chance to take on parts of the infamous Hyner Challenge course, but in the fall of the year. The course still takes participants up The View, Post Draft, SOB, and Huff Run. Hosted by the PA Trail Dogs.
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