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Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon

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.

Date
October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
Price
$20–$85
Sports
RunningRoad Cycling
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From the Organizer

We have moved race registration over to UltraSignup!

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

Marathon$85
15-Miler$55
Group Bicycle Ride$25
Firefighter Turnout Gear 5k$20
5k$30

Weather

Typical Conditions

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.

Sunrise 7:13 AMSunset 6:53 PMDaylight 11h 40m

Host City

About Ebensburg, PA

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

What Are You
Waiting For?

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

Race
Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon
Date
October 3, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About These Sports

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.

Running

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.

Road Cycling

Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

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.

Plan your trip to Ebensburg
Lodging
Flights
Rental Car
Activities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon?+
Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon is a running and road cycling race held in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon?+
Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania at 157 County Park Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Chernisky Ghost Town Trail-a-thon

Oct 3, 2026

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