
Path of the Flood Historic Races is a running race on May 29, 2027 in Johnstown, PA, with entry fees from $30 to $60.
The Path of the Flood Historic races commemorate the Flood of 1889 in Johnstown, PA. The runners have spoken and the event will continue annually!
A Flood of Runners returns to Johnstown, PA every year for the Path of the Flood Historic Races! Experience the Path of the historic 1889 Johnstown Flood in its entirety with the 14 Miler or in small droplets through the 5K or 8 Miler races. See the resiliency of the communities of South Fork, Mineral Point, the boroughs and the City of Johnstown. Run through Staple Bend Tunnel, the first railroad tunnel in the United States. Finish at the Old Stone Bridge, which still stands after stopping the majority of the flood's energy. Our hybrid road/rail trail course beckons you to be a part of history once again!
The Path of the Flood Historic Races is hosted in partnership by the Cambria County Conservation & Recreation Authority and Heritage Johnstown. All proceeds from the Path of The Flood Historic Races will benefit the CCCRA Friends of the Trails program, a program which exists to enhance the Cambria County trails, and preserving the history of the Johnstown area.
For schedules, pricing, and more information on the POTFHR, visit the race website.
WE DO NOT ISSUE REFUNDS. If you are no longer able to attend and have already registered, your registration fee will be used as a donation to the beneficiaries of this race.
This event is part of the 2027 Cambria County Trails Series.
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
71°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
53%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Johnstown Cambria Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Population
18,245
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,163 ft
Nearest Airport
JST
John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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Path of the Flood Historic Races
May 29, 2027