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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K (ish) - Closer to 6.66 miles | 10K | Jun 6, 20279:00 AM | $65$75 after May 31, 2027 | – |
| 20K (ish) - Almost a half marathon | Other | Jun 6, 20279:00 AM | $77.50$85 after May 31, 2027 | – |
| 50Kish - closer to 33mi | – | Jun 6, 20279:00 AM | $115$130 after May 31, 2027 | – |
| 50Kish Relay - closer to 33mi | Relay | Jun 6, 20279:00 AM | $250 | – |
| 5K (ish) - It's really about 3.5 miles | 5K | Jun 6, 20279:00 AM | $40$45 after May 31, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $75 on May 31, 2027.
Online registration closes Jun 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $65, entry is about 44 percent above a typical 10K in Pennsylvania, which costs $45 right now.
A typical finisher at a 10K in Pennsylvania runs 1:14:53, about 12:03 a mile, based on 15 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:21:18 and men in 1:12:28.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:49 AM, and the 10K (ish) - Closer to 6.66 miles starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,130 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
South Ridge Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (GCXC_PA) for South Ridge Trail Challenge. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 10K (ish) - Closer to 6.66 miles, the fastest tenth finished in 1:00:24 or better, the top quarter in 1:08:44, and half the field in 1:16:39; the last tenth came in after 1:53:18.
At the 2026 20K (ish) - Almost a half marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:57:29 or better, the top quarter in 2:09:34, and half the field in 2:37:19; the last tenth came in after 3:22:48.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | n/a | 1:04:47 |
| 30-39 | 1:16:17 | 1:00:24 |
| 40-49 | 1:15:10 | 1:17:52 |
| 50-59 | n/a | 1:20:19 |
| 60-69 | n/a | 1:16:14 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 30 percent since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 86 to 61 finishers, and the median time dropped from 1:24:37 to 1:16:39.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 61 (-29%) | 1:16:39 | under 1:00:24 | 47:05 |
| 2025 | 86 | 1:24:37 | under 1:10:34 | 59:31 |
From each year's official results for the 10K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Pennsylvania trail 10Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 1:08:44, against 1:05:36 in a typical Pennsylvania trail 10K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around June 6 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 79°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 32% of days. Cold snaps dip to 49°F and hot years reach 85°F.
Based on 65 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of South Ridge Trail Challenge cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
There are two aid stations on the course (all distances are approximate): 5K participants will pass one aid station at 1.5 miles. 10K participants will pass aid stations at miles: 1.5 and 4.6. 20K participants will pass aid stations at…
Course
5K and 10K The 5K and 10K events are hiker/walker friendly and have no cut-off time. 20K The 20K is 2 loops of the 10K route. All participants must maintain an 18:12 pace and be through the 10K split within 2 hours (by 10:00 am). Any 20K…
Awards
Awards will be as follows for all 3 races. Top 3 overall men and women. Age Groups will be top 3 male and female in the groups below. 19 and under. 20-29. 30-39. 40-49. 50-59. 60-69. 70+. No double dipping: a participant who wins an…
Rules and FAQ
Although we hope changes are minimal, we understand changes sometimes are necessary due to life events or training issues. Therefore, we have adopted the following rules: ALL CHANGES MUST TAKE PLACE BEFORE THE EVENT. YOU CAN NOT MAKE…
Rules and FAQ
We at GCXC love dogs and many of our staff have them. They are a wonderful addition to any family. However, for safety and insurance reasons, we do not allow them at our events. Please come to our races and have a blast with your family…
The cause
The charity partner for the South Ridge Trail Challenge is the Allegheny County Parks Foundation, which strengthens the health and vibrancy of our community by improving, conserving, and restoring the nine Allegheny County Parks. Please…
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
The South Ridge Trail Challenge is the region's premier early summer trail race and the only ultramarathon in North Park. Located on the South Ridge of North Park in Allegheny County, it offers a spectacular array of trails for runners and hikers of all abilities:
a 5K for everyone, hikers welcome!
a steady 10K for those looking for a little more climb, hikers also welcome!
challenge yourself with two loops of the 10K course and (just about) complete 20K (just about a 1/2 marathon)
a day-long party 50K Relay- 5 10K loops let you share your vert with friends (relay teams are 2-5 people)