Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K & 8K

Event Overview

The 2026 Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K, and 8K will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Three distances to choose from, including the 8K that was added last year. This proved to be a popular addition for new trail runners as well as those who would like a shorter distance.

Location

We are looking forward to returning to Camp Seph Mack near Penn Run, PA and hope to see you there. The Deer Fly is directed by trail runners for trail runners.

Course Description

The Deer Fly is a fun and challenging trail race with a mix of single-track trails, pipeline roads, swamps, hills, and creek crossings. Aid stations approximately every four miles, but carrying water is strongly recommended. Post-race Bona's Pizza compliments of Steve Pagano.

Beneficiaries

The Deer Fly benefits Indiana County Parks & Trails and Citizens' Ambulance Service.

Awards and Prizes

• Finishers' Medals: Courtesy of Bethany Serafin Awalt of Valley Village Oral Surgery of Pikesville, Maryland.
• Random Drawings: Eight $25.00 Luigi's Ristorante gift cards: four for each distance (8K, 15K, and 25K), compliments of Luigi's and Bernadette Drew, Bel Air, Maryland.
• Deer Fly Swatters: A Deer Fly tradition, supplied by Chris Sharbaugh, Indiana Chiropractic Clinic, Indiana, PA.

Registration Information

Races are each capped at 100 runners. Please register early to avoid disappointment.

• Race Shirts: Provided courtesy of Allied Milk, guaranteed to those who register by July 14, 2026. Shirts are available after that date and on race day only as supplies last.
• No Rain Date: There are no refunds or deferrals if the race is conducted.

For more information and to register, visit the official race page: Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K & 8K.