A charity ultra on glacial ridges through Moraine State Park's hardwood forests
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A 50-mile out-and-back through the rolling hardwood forests of western Pennsylvania's Moraine State Park, Jennings Environmental Education Center, and the eastern park horse trail network. Runners follow the blue-blazed North Country/Glacier Ridge Trail for much of the first half before venturing onto gravel roads, double-track, and horse trails in the more remote eastern section. The course is named for the terminal moraine — the southernmost ridge reached by Pre-Illinoian glaciers some 1–2 million years ago. Held in early May, it serves as a popular early-season fitness test, with all net proceeds donated to state parks.
Some ultra experience recommended
Portersville, PA, United StatesMay 09, 2026
Glacier Ridge Trail 50 Mile is an out-and-back trail race in Portersville, PA, United States, held on May 09, 2026. The course covers 50.6 miles, climbs 6,600 ft, and has a 14h cutoff.
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Early May in western Pennsylvania brings unpredictable spring conditions — rain, mud, and temperatures swinging from cold mornings to warm afternoons are common
6am starts can be near freezing in early May; slower runners may approach sunset (~8pm) near the 14-hour cutoff
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