Rock ‘N The Knob Trail Challenge – PA’s Highest Trail Race – Claysburg, PA 2026

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Claysburg, PA
Venue
1424 Overland Pass
Start Time
6:00 AM
Entry Fee
$47.50 – $99.00
Events
Ultramarathon atop Blue Knob (50K), Medium Distance Course atop Blue Knob (20K to 25K), The Short Course Spruce Knob (10K-ish)
Includes
Shirt
September 13, 2025: ALLEGHENY TRAILRUNNERS INC. IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE 14TH ANNUAL ROCK ’N THE KNOB – PA’S HIGHEST RACE. BREAKING THE WILL OF ALL WHO DARE TRY… The Ultramarathon Course (50K) begins at 6:00am and the Medium Distance Course (20K-25K) starts at 9:00am and the Short Course (10K) starts at 10am. The race will offer three courses: a Short Course (10K-ish), a Medium Distance Course (20K-25K) and a challenging Ultramarathon Course (50K) for the more experienced. TAKEAWAYS: Short Course (10K-ish): This course may be the most challenging 10K in PA* (*based on the fastest and average finish times.) The 10K features challenges like Tree-odge, Devils Hairpin, Throat Punch Hill and Soul Sucker Slopes! Two major climbs give you over 1350 feet of climbing. There is one aid station at the base of the first climb called Throat Punch Hill at 3 miles. More: http://www.alleghenytrailrunners.com/rock-n-the-knob-trail-challenge/ Medium Distance Course (20K-25K): Get ready – this race is a d

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