The annual Mountain Railroad Half Marathon takes place in Everett, PA, and offers a 13.1-mile course on H&BT Rail Trail. Entry fees are non-refundable, and the event will happen rain or shine. The course is an out-and-back route along the H&BT Rail Trail, through woods and farmland. It has gentle up and down grades and a total elevation gain of 400 ft. The surface is made of gravel, crushed stone, and dirt. The race starts at the Tatesville trailhead of the H&BT Rail trail, heading north to the halfway point before returning to the starting location. Awards go to top finishers by age group, and participants get a medal made of wood.
Mountain Railroad Half Marathon
May 10, 2025
Everett
Trail
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1-100
Some Hills
Forested
High: 72°
/ Low: 50°
We are thrilled to announce the second annual Mountain Railroad Half Marathon, featuring a course that follows a portion of the H&BT Rail Trail. This historic trail was once part of the railroad owned by the Huntingdon & Broad Top Mountain Railroad & Coal Company, built to transport coal from the mines in the Broad Top mountain region to market.
As per the event rules, entry fees are non-refundable, and the event will proceed rain or shine. The organizers reserve the right to cancel or postpone the event in extreme circumstances, such as unsafe weather conditions or COVID mandates. In the event of cancellation, participants will receive vouchers for free entry into a future event. Please note that pets and strollers are not allowed during the race.
The course description outlines an engaging out-and-back route along the H&BT Rail Trail, meandering through woods and farmland. Despite the trail appearing flat, it features gentle up and down grades, with Strava reporting a total elevation gain of approximately 400 ft. The surface is well-maintained, comprising gravel, crushed stone, and dirt. The race will commence at the Tatesville trailhead of the H&BT Rail trail, heading north to the halfway point before returning to the starting location.
Join us for a memorable race along the historic H&BT Rail Trail, celebrating the rich heritage of the region. We look forward to providing participants with a rewarding experience amid the scenic beauty of the course.
Overview
The annual Mountain Railroad Half Marathon takes place in Everett, PA, and offers a 13.1-mile course on H&BT Rail Trail. Entry fees are non-refundable, and the event will happen rain or shine. The course is an out-and-back route along the H&BT Rail Trail, through woods and farmland. It has gentle up and down grades and a total elevation gain of 400 ft. The surface is made of gravel, crushed stone, and dirt. The race starts at the Tatesville trailhead of the H&BT Rail trail, heading north to the halfway point before returning to the starting location. Awards go to top finishers by age group, and participants get a medal made of wood.
Course Description
We are thrilled to announce the second annual Mountain Railroad Half Marathon, featuring a course that follows a portion of the H&BT Rail Trail. This historic trail was once part of the railroad owned by the Huntingdon & Broad Top Mountain Railroad & Coal Company, built to transport coal from the mines in the Broad Top mountain region to market.
As per the event rules, entry fees are non-refundable, and the event will proceed rain or shine. The organizers reserve the right to cancel or postpone the event in extreme circumstances, such as unsafe weather conditions or COVID mandates. In the event of cancellation, participants will receive vouchers for free entry into a future event. Please note that pets and strollers are not allowed during the race.
The course description outlines an engaging out-and-back route along the H&BT Rail Trail, meandering through woods and farmland. Despite the trail appearing flat, it features gentle up and down grades, with Strava reporting a total elevation gain of approximately 400 ft. The surface is well-maintained, comprising gravel, crushed stone, and dirt. The race will commence at the Tatesville trailhead of the H&BT Rail trail, heading north to the halfway point before returning to the starting location.
Join us for a memorable race along the historic H&BT Rail Trail, celebrating the rich heritage of the region. We look forward to providing participants with a rewarding experience amid the scenic beauty of the course.
