
Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon is a running and road cycling race on October 3, 2026 in Ebensburg, PA, with entry fees from $20 to $85.
From the Organizer
New registration link for UltraSignup
Those that have registered for the Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon on RunSignup prior to 6/30/26 have been manually entered into the UltraSignup system. You should have received an email confirming your registration - do not worry! This was us simply doing a manual entry so that you are in the event. We are making this change due to timing needs. Any questions can be directed to the race director at cambriaconservationrecreation@gmail.com.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
65°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ebensburg Sewage Plt, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
3,381
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,984 ft
Nearest Airport
JST
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 79 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
72
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
Coming Up
Mustang Dash 5k
7 miles away
Run For The Trail 7K Run and 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk
15 miles away
Worth the Weight Race
16 miles away
Rock 'N The Knob Trail Challenge – PA’s Highest Trail Race
16 miles away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Ebensburg than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon
Oct 3, 2026