The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper 2026 — Jim Thorpe, PA

Date
September 27, 2026
Location
Jim Thorpe, PA
Venue
625 Lentz Trail
Start Time
2:00 PM
Entry Fee
$30.00
Events
10k Run, 5k Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper takes place at 625 Lentz Trail in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania on September 27, 2026. The event offers two distance options: a 1-mile run or walk and a 6.2-mile run or walk, accommodating various fitness levels and goals. With an entry fee of $30.00 and a typical start time of 2:00 PM, this is an accessible local option for runners and walkers in the region. The afternoon timing gives athletes flexibility with their morning schedule before heading to the start.

From the Race Organizer
Course: Run Distance is 10k. Beginning in Summit Hill borough, thru the streets for the first 2 miles, next 2.5 miles on gravel and grass covered trails, 1/4 mile on highway to trail, final .2 on pavement. All downhill trail is the former Switchback Railroad. This is a point to point race. (Transportation to the race start is NOT provided. Please organize a plan to carpool to the start) The start is at the intersection of W White Street and Church St in Summit Hill, Closest address to the starting line is 447 W White St, Summit Hill, PA 18250 . Finish: at the beautiful Match Chunk Lake Park - Summit Hill police escort at start, ambulance/medical assistance at finish. Registration/ Packet Pickup: Mauch Chunk Lake Park - Wildoner/Koch Pavilion from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. (Alternate route to lake via 443 to 902 to Lentz Trail to the March Chunk Lake Park, or 209 S right on Beaver St. to right on Flagstaff Road to left onto Lentz Trail to MCLP or from Hazelton area 93 to 209N, right on Walnut Ave, to right on Center Ave, Continue on Center Ave until end, proceed straight onto highway (Lentz Trail), lake entrance on left. Contact : Walt Schlepper @ 484-553-1556 with any questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper 2026 — Jim Thorpe, PA?

The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper 2026 — Jim Thorpe, PA takes place on September 27, 2026. The race is held in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.

Where is The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper 2026 — Jim Thorpe, PA held?

The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper 2026 — Jim Thorpe, PA is held at 625 Lentz Trail in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.

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