Conestoga Crusher 5K & 10k Trail Race & Kids Trail Race

🐾 Release Your Inner Beast

Experience One of the Best Events for Trail Running!

Offering two great choices for runners to experience the trails and parts of the Conestoga Trail along with the beauty of Kelly's Run Nature Preserve and the Pinnacle Overlook. Plus our FREE Kids Trail Run the Conestoga "Little Crusher" gets the kids an opportunity to experience some trails and makes a fun day for the whole family!

All races start and finish at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve located at 257 Old Holtwood Rd, Holtwood, PA 17532 (Please use this address for GPS)

🚗 Parking Information

Carpooling is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED if you are able to do so. The parking lot at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve is relatively small and parking on the grass IS NOT permitted. If the parking lot is full, please park at the satellite lots down the road located at 9 New Village Rd, Holtwood, PA 17532. There are two buildings with lots and parking is available there. There is a short walk from there up through the grass trail or you may follow the road to the main pavilion area.

📅 Event Date

This year's event will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026

🏃‍♂️ Race Categories

• Conestoga Crusher 10K Trail Race
• Conestoga Crusher 5K Trail Race
• Conestoga "Little Crusher" - FREE Kids Trail Race for all kids 12 & under.

⏱️ Registration Information

Before you sign up please note we DO NOT and WILL NOT offer any refunds, deferrals, bib switches or transfers of any sort for any reason. We will not respond to any email inquiries asking for such requests. If you do not like this rule please do not sign up for this race.

• Registration Requirement: All runners must register using their legal names printed on their drivers license.
• Waiver: All runners must sign a waiver either electronically via online registration or at race day registration.
• Weather Policy: This event is held rain or shine.

📝 Race Day Registration

• Conestoga Crusher 10K: $60 CASH or $65 CREDIT
• Conestoga Crusher 5K: $50 CASH or $55 CREDIT

Cash preferred as internet connection is weak in the area.

📍 Race Course Details

Conestoga Crusher 10K:

Starting and Finishing at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve in Holtwood, PA you will experience 1,256 feet of vert! Rejoice in the awe and wonder of Kelly's Run, take in the breathtaking view of the mighty Susquehanna from atop the magnificent Pinnacle Overlook! Enjoy splashing in multiple creek crossings, steep climbs, and sweet downhills. Come one.... Come ALL!!!!!

Conestoga Crusher 5K:

Enjoy paradise running through Kelly's Run as you race along and across the creek in the gorge. This is a GREAT race for beginner and experienced trail runners as well.

Conestoga "Little Crusher" Kids Trail Race:

This event is a FREE race for all kids 12 years old and under. The course is about 1.5 miles on double and single track trails. Parents, guardians or older siblings are encouraged to run along with their runners for free as well.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Sign in as a Guest when registering your child, do not register as yourself.

📅 Schedule of Events

Saturday, May 16, 2026

• Bib pickup/Registration:
• 8am-8:30am for Kids Race
• 8am-9:30am for Conestoga Crusher 5K and 10K
• Race Start Times:
• 9:00am - Conestoga "Little Crusher" Kids Race
• 10:00am - Conestoga Crusher 10K Trail Race
• 10:00am - Conestoga Crusher 5K Trail Race
• Awards Ceremony: To follow after each race.

🔧 Aid Stations

• 1 at the Finish Line: For kids race, 5K & 10K race.
• 1 Located at the Pinnacle Overlook: For 10K race only, stocked with water, sports drinks, sodas, runner snacks.
• Finish Line: Will have food and drinks.

Runners are encouraged to carry water/electrolytes along the course.

🏅 Race Bibs

• Chip Timing: Race bibs will have a chip on the back for chip timing. Please do not fold or damage the chip.
• Visibility: Race bibs MUST be worn on the FRONT of the runner and VISIBLE at ALL TIMES.
• Registration Requirement: You must run under your own registered race bib/registered name.
• No Transfers: Only the registered runner may run in the race.

🎖️ What All Runners Receive

• Chip timed event
• Finish Line Aid Station
• Great course that is well marked with course marshals
• Awesome time out on the trails Rain or Shine!!!
• Commemorative Race Camp Mug (MUST REGISTER PRIOR TO 4/15/26 TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE MUG) or while supplies last.

👕 Race Shirts

• Awesome Moisture Wicking Tech Shirt - UNISEX SIZING
• Must register and add the shirt for purchase prior to April 15, 2026.

🏆 Awards

Conestoga Crusher 10K:

Awards will be presented to the top three Overall Males and top three Females.

Conestoga Crusher 5K:

Awards will also be presented to the top three Overall Males and top three Females.

💰 Important Notes

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Lancaster Conservancy.

PLEASE NOTE:

THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS. NO TRANSFERS. NO DEFERRALS. NO BANDITS.

*RACE REGISTRATION AND RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS: YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING THE REGISTRATION COMPLETELY, ACCURATELY AND LEGIBLY!!! Once the race starts NO CHANGES will be made to the race registrations due to errors filled out by registrant.