South Ridge Trail Challenge
- Date
- May 31, 2026
- Distance
- 5K (ish) - It's really about 3.5 miles · 10K (ish) - Closer to 6.66 miles · 20K (ish) - Almost a half marathon & more
From the Organizer
The South Ridge Trail Challenge is the region's premier early summer trail race and the only ultramarathon in North Park. Located on the South Ridge of North Park in Allegheny County, it offers a spectacular array of trails for runners and hikers of all abilities:
- a 5K for everyone, hikers welcome!
- a steady 10K for those looking for a little more climb, hikers also welcome!
- challenge yourself with two loops of the 10K course and (just about) complete 20K (just about a 1/2 marathon)
- a day-long party 50K relay- 5 10K loops let you share your vert with friends (relay teams are 2-5 people)
- a truly intrepid 50K - 5 10K loops covering almost 5000ft of vert. gain that will lead you on a journey from confidence to self-doubt and back again, earning you bragging rights as a finisher of the only 50K race in North Park.
All distances start and finish near the historic North Park swimming pool. Runners and walkers will then make their way up, down, and around the South Ridge Plateau, exploring all the beauty of early summer in Western PA.
START TIMES:
- 50K and 50K Relay - 7:30 am
- 5K - 9:00 am
- 20K - 10:30 am
- 10K - 11:00 am
COURSE CUT-OFF:
50K athletes MUST leave the aid station for their final loop by 3:30pm. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the South Ridge Trail Challenge?
- South Ridge Trail Challenge is a running event held in Allison Park, PA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the South Ridge Trail Challenge?
- Sunday, May 31, 2026 in Allison Park, PA at South Ridge Drive, Allison Park, PA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the South Ridge Trail Challenge?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
South Ridge Trail Challenge
May 31, 2026