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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
1 Powerhouse Rd, Conestoga PA
10K
47–63°F · some rain risk
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About this race
The Trestle Bridge Run
Race across the Safe Harbor Trestle Bridge. Built in 1905, standing 140 feet high and stretching 1,560 feet over the Conestoga River, the Safe Harbor Trestle Bridge is one of the longest, highest bridge structures in Lancaster County.
WHEN
- Date: Saturday, October 24th
- Time: 10AM (EST)
WHERE
- Location: Safe Harbor Park
- Address: 1 Powerhouse Rd, Conestoga, PA 17516
- Parking: USE THIS ADDRESS FOR PARKING
INFORMATION
- Course: The race will take place on the Enola Low Grade Rail Trail.
- Public Access: The course will be open to the public, however they must yield to a runner on the course.
- Registration: RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE, CASH OR CHECK $50 (USD) on race day.
- Shirt Guarantee: Sign up by September 30th to guarantee a shirt!
BIB PICK UP
Will be at the Safe Harbor Park near the Trestle Bridge. Opens at 8:30AM - 9:15AM, closing promptly at 9:15 AM.
10K PARTICIPANTS
- Distance: The 10K-ish (APPROX 5.9 MILES) Race starts at 10AM.
- Start Location: Turkey Hill/Enola Low Grade parking area.
- Transportation: All participants will be bussed from Safe Harbor to the start of the race.
- Note: BIB PICK UP IS ONLY AT SAFE HARBOR.
FREE Trestle Bridge Kids Run
For kids 12 and under an opportunity for them to race across the nearly quarter mile bridge. Race starts at 10:30am on top of the Trestle Bridge.
BUSES WILL DEPART AT 9:30AM SHARP. The buses are one way only, please do not leave any valuables on the bus.Runners will depart the busses and be briefed at the start. Runners will race from the Start to the finish line which will be across the Safe Harbor Trestle Bridge.
AID STATIONS
There will be an aid station at the finish line and an aid station with water at about the halfway mark.
RACE DAY INFORMATION
- Start Time: Race starts at 10am, AGES 12 and up.
- Buses Departure: Buses will depart for the start line at 9:30AM.
- Awards Ceremony: Will follow the race.
- Access Note: The stone path to the parking lot IS NOT handicap accessible.
RACE AFTERPARTY
After the race there will be snacks and beverages.
AWARDS
- Participant Shirt: All participants will receive a Tech Shirt available in Unisex sizing.
- Age Categories: Awards will be given to the Overall Male and Female finishers and the top Male and top Female.
- Categories Include: Overall Male and Overall Female, 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.
- Shirt Disclaimer: Note that everyone signing up after September 30th is not guaranteed a shirt.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Note for Race Day Registrants: NO REFUNDS - NO BIB TRANSFERS OF ANY KIND - NO DEFERRALS - NO BANDITS.
Please be sure to read all the information regarding dates and times. We look forward to seeing you there!
RACE DIRECTOR
MATT RUTHERFORD
Email: [email protected]
More Information
Visit The Trestle Bridge Run for additional details.
Course map
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