South Ridge Trail Challenge
South Ridge Trail Challenge is a trail running and running race on June 6, 2027 in Allison Park, PA, with entry fees from $30 to $225.
- Date
- June 6, 2027 (261 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$225
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
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.
Events
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
79°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Emsworth L/D Ohio Rvr, 8 mi from the venue.
About Allison Park, PA
City Elevation
1,037 ft
Nearest Airport
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at South Ridge Trail Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
261
Days to train
- Race
- South Ridge Trail Challenge
- Date
- June 6, 2027
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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.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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.
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South Ridge Trail Challenge
Jun 6, 2027