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

🦁 Release Your Inner Beast

🍂 Experience the Best Trail Running Event!

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: HIGHLY ENCOURAGED if you are able to do so.
• Parking: The parking lot at Kelly's Run Nature Preserve is relatively small and parking on the grass IS NOT permitted.
• Alternative Parking: If the parking lot is full, please park at the satellite lots down the road located at 9 New Village Rd, Holtwood, PA 17532.
• Walk: There is a short walk from the satellite lots to the main pavilion area.

📅 Date of Event

This years event will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026

🏃‍♀️ Race Options

Conestoga Crusher 10K Trail Race

Conestoga Crusher 5K Trail Race

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

Events are professionally CHIP TIMED with instant race results!

📝 Registration Details

• No Refunds: We DO NOT and WILL NOT offer any refunds, deferrals, bib switches or transfers for any reason.
• Registration Name: 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: 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
• Note: Credit includes all fees. Cash preferred as internet connection is weak in the area.

🗺️ Race Information

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 below from atop the magnificent Pinnacle Overlook!!!! Enjoy splashing in the multiple creek crossings, steep climbs, and oh so sweet downhills. Come one....Come ALL!!!!! The Conestoga Crusher 10K!!!!!!!

CONESTOGA CRUSHER 5K:

Enjoy a little bit of paradise running through Kelly's Run as you race along and across the creek in the gorge. Lots of little waterfalls and pretty flowers and just an amazing place to experience and run. This is also a GREAT race for beginner and experienced trail runners as well. Come check out this exciting 5K TRAIL race.

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. The trails are through the woods and include roots and rocks and lots of fun. Parents, guardians, or older siblings are encouraged to run along with their runners for free as well.

🗓️ 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. TBD

🚰 Aid Stations

• 1 at the Finish Line (For kids race, 5K & 10K race)
• 1 Located at the Pinnacle Overlook (for 10K race only) This will be stocked with water, sports drink, sodas, runner snacks.
• Finish Line will have food and drinks.

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

🎫 Race Bibs

• Timing: Race bibs will have a chip on the back for chip timing. Please do not fold or damage the chip.
• Visible Bibs: Race bibs MUST be worn on the FRONT of the runner and VISIBLE at ALL TIMES.
• Registered Name: You must run under your own registered race bib / registered name.
• Transfer Policy: No one other than the registered runner may run in the race.

🏆 Awards

Conestoga Crusher 10K:

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

Conestoga Crusher 5K:

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

🌍 Additional Information

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!!!

For more information, visit the official race page at Conestoga Crusher Race Information.