3ROC’s Pay What You Want 6/12-hr Adventure Race 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Venue
1130 S. Braddock Ave.
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
3ROC's 12-HOUR Adventure Race, 3ROC's 6-HOUR Adventure Race, 3ROC's 12-HOUR Adventure Race - No Paddling Division, 3ROC's 6-HOUR Adventure Race - No Paddling Division
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This 5-mile adventure race takes place in Pittsburgh on May 16, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM from 1130 S. Braddock Ave. Organized by 3ROC, the event operates on a pay-what-you-want model, making it accessible to athletes of all budgets. Adventure races combine running with navigation and problem-solving elements, demanding both fitness and mental sharpness. The early morning start gives you the full day to complete the course. Pittsburgh's location in western Pennsylvania provides a distinct regional setting for the event. Given the flexible pricing structure and adventure race format, this event suits runners and multisport athletes looking for a unique, low-barrier racing experience that goes beyond traditional point-to-point running.

From the Race Organizer
3 Rivers Outdoor Co. is humbled to bring adventure racing back to Western Pennsylvania. The 3ROC Pay-What-You-Want Adventure Race is a semi-urban adventure race featuring two divisions—a 6-hour and a 12-hour option—where teams of up to four athletes will bike, trek, and paddle through Pittsburgh’s iconic neighborhoods, river corridors, staircases, and parklands, collecting as many checkpoints as possible before time runs out. Few cities are better suited for this challenge: Pittsburgh is home to more than 3,800 acres of public land across 176 city parks, stitched together by rivers, ridge lines, wooded ravines, and hidden corridors that reward smart navigation and bold route choices. This race offers challenging navigation, rewarding checkpoints, meaningful strategy and route choice, and a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere. The course is designed to be competitive for experienced teams while remaining accessible to newer racers ready to push themselves and learn the sport. The cou

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 3ROC’s Pay What You Want 6/12-hr Adventure Race 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA?

3ROC’s Pay What You Want 6/12-hr Adventure Race 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Where is 3ROC’s Pay What You Want 6/12-hr Adventure Race 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA held?

3ROC’s Pay What You Want 6/12-hr Adventure Race 2026 — Pittsburgh, PA is held at 1130 S. Braddock Ave. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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