Oil Creek 5 & 13 Stacked Trail Races

Race Overview

This unique trail race starts and finishes at Drake Well Museum and Park in Titusville, PA utilizing the Gerard Hiking Trail in Oil Creek State Park.

All proceeds from the event benefit Friends of Drake Well, Inc., the non-profit organization which partners with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission in the administration of Drake Well Museum and Park. Learn more about Friends of Drake Well

Race Distances

• 5 Mile Race: Starts first, offers finisher’s awards.
• 13 Mile Race: Starts 90 minutes after the 5-mile race.
• Stacked Race: Option to run both races consecutively.
• Cutoff: 90 minute cutoff for those attempting both races.

Race Fees

• 5 Mile Race: $50 until March 15, $55 until April 12, $65 on race day.
• 13 Mile Race: $60 until March 15, $65 until April 12, $75 on race day.
• Stacked Race (5 + 13): $105 until March 15, $110 until April 12, $120 on race day.
• 2 Mile Youth Race: $10 for children up to 12 years old.

T-Shirts

Race t-shirts are included with registration. The shirt will feature a new, unique design on soft tri-blend materials.

Packet Pickup

• 5 Miler & Both Races: Check-in at 6:00-6:45 am May 16th at Drake Well Museum parking lot.
• 13 Miler: Check-in 7:00-8:15 am on May 16th at the same location.
• Youth 2 Miler: Registration at the train station from 8:30 until 9:30 am.
• Pre-Race Pickup: Friday, May 15th from 5:00-8:00 at Titusville Ironworks Taphouse.

Start Times

• 5 Mile Race: Starts at 7:00 am.
• 13 Mile Race: Starts at 8:30 am.
• Youth 2 Mile Race: Starts at 9:30 am.
• Course Closure: All races finished by 1:30 pm.

Awards

• Finisher's Award: All racers receive a finisher's award.
• Unique Award: Additional for completing both races within cutoff limits.
• Top Finishers: Unique awards for top male and female in each race.
• Cash Prize: $50 each for top male and female in the stacked race.

Additional Information

• Food: Post race refreshments and food will be provided to all participants.
• Time Limit: 5-hour time limit for each individual race.
• Shirt Guarantee: Register by May 3rd, 2026 to guarantee your shirt.
• Discounts: $10 discount for Veterans and Active Duty: $20 discount for Teenagers.

Contact Information

Jacob Kosker: rdkosker@gmail.com
Emily Weaver: c-emilywea@pa.gov
Email us for the Youth & Military discount coupon codes.

Course Information

View Course Map with Aid Stations

The 5-mile race starts at the Jersey Bridge, while the 13-mile race starts from the main parking area. Youth 2-mile race begins at the Drake Well Train Station.