Lost Turkey Trail Races

Race Overview

• Date: July 25, 2026
• Location: 124 Park Rd, Imler, PA
• Experience: Welcome to Central Pennsylvania’s ridges and valleys! You will experience the best terrain and trails PA has to offer, from gnarly single track to flat and fast double track, heart-breaking climbs and quad-busting descents.
• Trail Details: The Lost Turkey Trail runs as a point-to-point trail, traversing the southern portion of the Allegheny Front and culminating at the top of Blue Knob.

Distance Options

• 50k: A physically and mentally grueling point-to-point (transportation can be added on).
• Half-Marathon: A loop option for runners seeking a moderate challenge.
• Little Turkey 10k(ish): New for 2025, this option caters to those looking for a shorter distance.

Course Records

• Half-Marathon: Sarah Mihm - 2020 - 2:20:24: Lee Strappello - 2019 - 1:53:15
• 50k: Maura Tyrrell - 2021 - 5:21:21: Jeff Savage - 2021 - 4:48:08
• 26.2 (2015-2017): Andrew Ulrey - 2015 - 4:12:44: Megan DiGregorio - 2015 - 4:51:12
• 50M (2016-2021): Justin Findley - 2021 - 9:23:08: Kathleen Cusick - 2020 - 10:11:37
• 100k (2022): Mitch Ables - 13:52:13: Katherine Felton - 18:51:04

Non-Profit Information

• Organization: RunHikePlay, Inc is a not-for-profit organization run strictly by volunteers.
• Net Proceeds: All net proceeds from events are distributed to non-profit organizations including Friends of Shawnee and Blue Knob State Park and Bedford County Amateur Radio Society (BCARS).

Trail Sisters Commitment

• Equal Opportunity: Equal Podium Spots and Equal Prize Money & Awards.
• Women’s Specific: Swag & apparel designed for women.
• Aid Stations: Menstrual products available at aid stations.
• Starting Line: Equal opportunity/space for women on the starting line.

More Information

• Race URL: Lost Turkey Trail Races