April 9, 2021

Burning Coal Marathon & Half Marathon

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.