Run Back In Time
Experience the rich history of this formerly booming coal region. Run along the banks of the Allegheny River, past the world famous Phillipston Turntable, the Brady Tunnel, underneath the Redbank Coaling Tower, across steel railroad bridges, and by the Lock & Dam #9 – all in one race.
| Location: | Armstrong Trail, Phillipston Trailhead |
| Date: | August 29, 2021 |
| Terrain: | Crushed Limestone Rail Trail |
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Typical Weather: | 61-81 degrees |
| Course Type: | Out & Back |
| Race Start Time: | Marathon: 7:30-7:50AM; Half: 8:00-8:30AM |
| Registration Opens: | April 14, 2021 |
| Stroller Friendly: | No |
| Pet Friendly: | No |
Pricing
Marathon
Opening: $60 (April 14 – April 16)
Early: $75 (April 17 – May 31)
Regular: $95 (June 1 – July 31)
Late: $110 (August 1 – August 28)
Half Marathon
Opening: $55 (April 14 – April 16)
Early: $65 (April 17 – May 31)
Regular: $75 (June 1 – July 31)
Late: $90 (August 1 – August 28)
Course Maps
Total Elevation Gain: 266 feet
Total Elevation Gain: 143 feet
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will be available at the start/finish area from 6:30 am to 8:30 am on the morning of the races.
Travel
Hotels
The Inn at Five Pointe (16 miles)
Parker House Hotel (17 miles)
The Foxburg Inn (20 miles)
Campgrounds
Burnt Ridge Campground (17 miles)
Bear Ridge Campground (21 miles)
Flights
Check for flights into these local airports:
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Erie International Airport (ERI)
Local Attractions
Phillipston Yard & Turntable (On the Course)
Brady Tunnel (On the Course)
Redbank Coaling Tower (On the Course)
Allegheny River Lock & Dam 9 (On the Course)
Brady’s Bend Overlook (2.6 miles)
August Falls Winery (14 miles)
State Game Lands 95 (15 miles)
Foxburg Wine Cellars (20 Miles)
Directions to Start/Finish Area
TRAVELING ON:
PA-68 East coming from East Brady
1. Follow PA 68 North out of East Brady and stay on it for approximately 2 ½ miles.
2. Look for the sign for Phillipston on the right.
3. Take the road for Phillipston, St Rte 2023/Phillipston Road, down the hill approximately 1 ½ miles to the village of Phillipston.
4. Take the first left in Phillipston to the end of Apple Street, 493 feet.
5. Park in the field to the right next to the post and cable barrier.
6. Please do not park in the way of the gate. Be respectful of adjacent land owners.
TRAVELING ON:
PA-68 West coming from Rimersburg
1. Travel approximately 4 miles.
2. Look for the sign for Phillipston on the left.
3. Take the road for Phillipston, St Rte 2023/Phillipston Road, down the hill approximately 1 ½ miles to the village of Phillipston.
4. Take the first left in Phillipston to the end of Apple Street, 493 feet.
5. Park in the field to the right next to the post and cable barrier.
6. Please do not park in the way of the gate. Be respectful of adjacent land owners.
TRAVELING ON:
Interstate 80 coming from Clarion
1. Take the exit for PA-68 South
2. Stay on PA-68 for approximately 19 miles.
3. Look for the sign for Phillipston on the left.
4. Take the road for Phillipston, St Rte 2023/Phillipston Road, down the hill approximately 1 ½ miles to the village of Phillipston.
5. Take the first left in Phillipston to the end of Apple Street, 493 feet.
6. Park in the field to the right next to the post and cable barrier.
7. Please do not park in the way of the gate. Be respectful of adjacent land owners.