Ultra Marathon Races in Pennsylvania
Browse 58 ultra marathon trail running and hiking routes in Pennsylvania. Distance range: 26.3 mi to 280.0 mi. Elevation gain: 89 ft to 28,389 ft. Each route includes terrain analysis, elevation profiles, and pacing recommendations.
Key Takeaways
Total Routes
58
Races / Routes
2 / 56
Distance Range
26.3 mi - 280.0 mi
Elevation Range
89 ft - 28,389 ft
Surface Type
100% Trail
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | 26.3 mi | 348 ft | race | Nov 23, 2026 |
| Philadelphia Marathon 2026 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | 26.4 mi | 319 ft | race | Nov 22, 2026 |
| Pinchot Trail System | Pinchot State Forest, Pennsylvania | 26.8 mi | 1,665 ft | route | — |
| Lost Turkey Trail (PA) | Cambria County, Pennsylvania | 27.0 mi | 9,386 ft | route | — |
| West Rim Trail | Tioga State Forest, Pennsylvania | 27.1 mi | 4,473 ft | route | — |
| Old Loggers Path (PA) | Lycoming County, Pennsylvania | 28.1 mi | 6,368 ft | route | — |
| Northwest Lancaster County River Trail (PA) | Lancaster County, Pennsylvania | 28.4 mi | 104 ft | route | — |
| Panhandle Trail - PA to WV | Washington County, Pennsylvania | 28.6 mi | 430 ft | route | — |
| Chuck Keiper Trail | Sproul State Forest, Pennsylvania | 28.8 mi | 4,779 ft | route | — |
| West Rim Trail (Lycoming County, PA) | Tioga County, Pennsylvania | 29.7 mi | 5,061 ft | route | — |
| Enola Low Grade Trail (PA) | Lancaster County, Pennsylvania | 30.0 mi | 243 ft | route | — |
| Pennypack Trail (Out & Back) (PA) | Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania | 30.8 mi | 534 ft | route | — |
| Allegrippis Trails (PA) | Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania | 31.0 mi | 3,369 ft | route | — |
| Pittsburgh Stairs (PA) | Allegheny County, Pennsylvania | 31.7 mi | 6,557 ft | route | — |
| Roaring Run Natural Area (PA) | Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania | 32.3 mi | 5,305 ft | route | — |
| Thunder Swamp Trail (PA) | Pike County, Pennsylvania | 32.3 mi | 2,436 ft | route | — |
| Bucktail Path (PA) | Cameron County, Pennsylvania | 33.5 mi | 5,703 ft | route | — |
| Gerard Hiking Trail (PA) | Venango County, Pennsylvania | 33.8 mi | 4,745 ft | route | — |
| Lehigh Gap to Delaware Water Gap on the AT (PA) | Monroe County, Pennsylvania | 36.2 mi | 4,436 ft | route | — |
| Historic Brandywine Trail (DE) | Chester County, Pennsylvania | 36.4 mi | 2,115 ft | route | — |
| AT Pen Mar to Pine Grove (PA) | Adams County, Pennsylvania | 37.3 mi | 5,189 ft | route | — |
| Clarks Valley (325) - Rt 183 on the AT (PA) | Lebanon County, Pennsylvania | 37.9 mi | 5,130 ft | route | — |
| Cumberland Valley on the AT (PA) | Cumberland County, Pennsylvania | 38.5 mi | 3,517 ft | route | — |
| D&H Trail (PA) | Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania | 39.0 mi | 1,515 ft | route | — |
| Butler-Freeport Community Trail (Out & Back) (PA) | Butler County, Pennsylvania | 39.9 mi | 1,621 ft | route | — |
| 40 Miles on Historic U.S. Route 40 (PA) | Washington County, Pennsylvania | 40.3 mi | 2,992 ft | route | — |
| Allegheny Front Trail (PA) | Centre County, Pennsylvania | 40.8 mi | 5,449 ft | route | — |
| Michaux State Forest AT (PA) | Adams County, Pennsylvania | 42.6 mi | 5,426 ft | route | — |
| A.T.- Pine Grove Furnace to Duncannon | Cumberland County, Pennsylvania | 43.0 mi | 5,814 ft | route | — |
| Rachel Carson Trail (PA) | Allegheny County, Pennsylvania | 45.6 mi | 7,461 ft | route | — |
| Black Forest Trail | Tiadaghton State Forest, Pennsylvania | 45.8 mi | 9,285 ft | route | — |
| Black Forest Trail (PA) | Lycoming County, Pennsylvania | 45.8 mi | 9,285 ft | route | — |
| York County Heritage Trail (PA) & Northern-Central Rail Trail (MD) | York County, Pennsylvania | 47.3 mi | 703 ft | route | — |
| Montour Trail (PA) | Allegheny County, Pennsylvania | 48.3 mi | 1,026 ft | route | — |
| A.T. - St. Anthony's Wilderness Route(Out and Back) | Dauphin County, Pennsylvania | 51.1 mi | 6,866 ft | route | — |
| Across Pennsylvania from Colliers, WV to Camden, NJ (PA) | Allegheny County, Pennsylvania | 51.2 mi | 1,665 ft | route | — |
| Ridge Rd Out and Back - Mt Holly to Chambersburg to Mt Holly (PA) | Cumberland County, Pennsylvania | 53.2 mi | 5,619 ft | route | — |
| Chuck Keiper Trail (PA) | Clinton County, Pennsylvania | 53.2 mi | 9,314 ft | route | — |
| Donut Hole Trail (PA) | Clinton County, Pennsylvania | 54.3 mi | 9,424 ft | route | — |
| Loyalsock Trail (PA) | Sullivan County, Pennsylvania | 54.9 mi | 10,515 ft | route | — |
| Tuscarora State Forest (PA) | Perry County, Pennsylvania | 59.2 mi | 7,981 ft | route | — |
| Delaware River Canals - Outer Loop | Bucks County, Pennsylvania | 61.4 mi | 89 ft | route | — |
| Length of Lancaster 100k (PA) | Lancaster County, Pennsylvania | 62.4 mi | 3,980 ft | route | — |
| Pine Creek Rail Trail (PA) | Lycoming County, Pennsylvania | 62.5 mi | 1,759 ft | route | — |
| Conestoga Trail (PA) | Lancaster County, Pennsylvania | 65.0 mi | 5,882 ft | route | — |
| Ghost Town Trail (PA) | Cambria County, Pennsylvania | 69.9 mi | 1,742 ft | route | — |
| Appalachian Trail: Port Clinton - Delaware Water Gap (PA) | Lehigh County, Pennsylvania | 73.3 mi | 9,846 ft | route | — |
| Philly Four Corners (Philadelphia perimeter) | Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania | 76.7 mi | 3,488 ft | route | — |
| Susquehannock Trail System Loop, Southern Gateway (PA) | Potter County, Pennsylvania | 80.8 mi | 13,390 ft | route | — |
| Standing Stone Trail (PA) | Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania | 85.3 mi | 14,025 ft | route | — |
| Allegheny National Forest 100 of the NCT (PA) | Warren County, Pennsylvania | 95.5 mi | 12,600 ft | route | — |
| Schuylkill River Trail (PA) | Berks County, Pennsylvania | 116.1 mi | 2,085 ft | route | — |
| Horse-Shoe Trail, PA | Lancaster County, Pennsylvania | 145.6 mi | 18,536 ft | route | — |
| Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail (PA) | Somerset County, Pennsylvania | 147.8 mi | 22,001 ft | route | — |
| GAP to LHHT Gate to 8 (PA) | Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania | 171.0 mi | 4,901 ft | route | — |
| Mason-Dixon Trail (DE, MD, PA) | Lancaster County, Pennsylvania | 198.3 mi | 18,321 ft | route | — |
| PA Appalachian Trail (PA) | Lebanon County, Pennsylvania | 231.0 mi | 28,389 ft | route | — |
| Pennsylvania NCT (PA) | Clarion County, Pennsylvania | 280.0 mi | 27,071 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Pennsylvania?
There are 2 organized races and 56 self-supported routes available in Pennsylvania.
What is a Ultra Marathon race?
A Ultra Marathon race is approximately 26.2 to 100+ miles in distance.
What is the average elevation gain in Pennsylvania?
The average elevation gain is 6,419 feet, with routes ranging from 89 to 28,389 feet.
Can these ultra marathon routes in Pennsylvania be used for hiking?
Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
Are Ultra Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Ultra Marathon race difficulty varies widely. Use the elevation gain and terrain analysis to assess each route. Races with lower elevation gain relative to distance and higher runnable percentages tend to be more beginner-accessible.
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