Camptown Races 10k, 5k, and Relay
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Camptown, PA
- 5051 PA 706, 18853
- Type
- TRAIL
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsEmbrace the challenge of the historic Camptown Races, featuring a technical trail and a new 5K option for all levels.
- Competitive
CompetitiveThe historic Camptown Races offers a distinct challenge across its 10K course. Runners will navigate both road and a technical trail section, approximately 2.8 miles long, featuring tree roots, loose rocks, and a creek crossing. Conquer this demanding route to earn your place in history. This year introduces a new 5K option, with transportation provided to its starting point, making this event accessible to more runners.
What to expect
- A challenging 10K course combining road sections with a technical 2.8-mile trail.
- Be prepared for natural obstacles like tree roots, loose rocks, and a creek crossing.
- A new 5K distance is available, with transport to its start.
Standout details
- Historic Camptown Races
- Technical 2.8-mile trail section
- Creek crossing
- New 5K option with transport to start
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Jan 9, 2026, 2:21 PM EST · Closes Sep 11, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- 10K
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00 AM EDT · From $34.30
Opens Jan 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Sep 11, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- 10K
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00 AM EDT · From $55.50
Opens Jan 9, 2026, 2:19 PM EST · Closes Sep 11, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady EffortThe course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
The historic Camptown races offers a challenge like no other. The race is approximately 10k in length and offers both road and trail. The trail section is approximately 2.8 miles long and is technical! Be prepared for tree roots, loose rocks, and a creek crossing. Earn your place in history by conquering this challenging course! This year we are adding a 5k option to the Camptown Races. Transportation will be provided to the start of the 5k.
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