Half Marathon races near Shippensburg

The 20th Cumberland Valley TrailFest is centered at Shippensburg Station, a key location for this long-standing event. It is a vital part of the Cumberland Valley Race Series, a yearlong competition with events throughout the Cumberland Valley, connecting runners with the region's expansive trail network. This milestone edition is presented by the Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council. All events begin and conclude at Shippensburg Station, located at the corner of Fort and. Runners will follow routes curated by the Rails-to-Trails Council, embracing the unique characteristics of converted railway lines. This gathering marks two decades of fostering outdoor activity along the valley's scenic paths.

End of the Road takes runners onto the abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike near Waterfall, Pennsylvania. The main attractions are miles of old highway and long, dark tunnels. This October race weekend includes a half marathon and the One Tunnel 4 Miler, offering runners a choice between 13.1 miles or a shorter route that still passes through tunnels. The 4 Miler is also suitable for walkers and less experienced runners seeking a distance beyond a 5K but less than a half marathon. The half marathon features approximately five miles of tunnel running, followed by rolling rural roads, quiet pavement, mountain vistas, and peak autumn foliage. Runners will go through two turnpike tunnels illuminated by headlamps and glow sticks. This section runs on a road that was bypassed when traffic was rerouted from the old highway. The weekend also presents challenge options: the Road Rambler Challenge consists of two half marathons over consecutive days, while the Tunnel Traveler Challenge combines the half marathon with the 4 Miler. A pre-race Movie Night on the Turnpike enhances the vintage road ambiance.

The Gobbler 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon is a running event in Biglerville, Pennsylvania, starting from 2880 Table Rock Road. Participants select from three distances, all featuring repeat out-and-back sections. The race commences at 8:30 AM. Registration is managed via RunSignup; no race-day sign-ups are available at the location. The race setup is straightforward. Packet pickup begins shortly before the start. Runners should proceed to Pavilion 4, located on the left side of the parking lot upon entering the park. The 5K course involves completing a 1.56-mile out-and-back segment twice. The 10K requires four repetitions of this segment, and the half marathon uses a 2.18-mile out-and-back course repeated six times. The event has a 3-hour and 30-minute time limit, emphasizing a looped course design over a point-to-point route.

The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M in Biglerville is a small race offering multiple distances, starting at 8:30 AM with a straightforward setup on race morning. Participants select either a 5K, 10K, or half marathon. Registration is required in advance via RunSignup; no on-site sign-ups are permitted. Packet pickup begins 30 minutes prior to the start and concludes 10 minutes before the race commences. The course consists of short out-and-back segments instead of a single extended loop. The 5K and 10K courses utilize a shared 0.78-mile section, which the 5K covers twice and the 10K covers four times. The half marathon employs a 1.09-mile out-and-back segment, repeated six times. Participants should locate Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot upon entering the park. The time limit for all participants is 3 hours and 30 minutes.