The 2026 Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K, and 8K will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Three distances to choose from, including the 8K that was added last year. This proved to be a popular addition for new trail runners as well as those who would like a shorter distance. We are looking forward to returning to Camp Seph Mack near Penn Run, PA and hope to see you there. The Deer Fly is directed by trail runners for trail runners. The Deer Fly is a fun and challenging trail race with a mix of single-track trails, pipeline roads, swamps, hills, and creek crossings. Aid stations approximately every four miles, but carrying water is strongly recommended. Post-race Bona's Pizza compliments of Steve Pagano. The Deer Fly benefits Indiana County Parks & Trails and Citizens' Ambulance Service. Finishers' medals courtesy of Bethany Serafin Awalt of Valley Village Oral Surgery of Pikesville, Maryland, Plus random drawings for eight $25.00 Luigi's Ristrarnte gift cards, four for the 8K, four for
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Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K & 8K 2026 — Penn Run, PA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Penn Run, PA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
