Black Forest Ultra

OCT

4

2026

Take on a rugged 100K along the Black Forest Trail in the Pennsylvania Wilds on October 4, 2026, with over 13,400 ft of climbing and steep ascents in under a mile. No crews or pacers allowed and registration opens January 1, 2026.

Sun 4 Oct 2026

North Bend, Pennsylvania

Website Registration

100 kilometers

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Event overview

The Black Forest Ultra takes place in North Bend, Pennsylvania on October 4, 2026. The race distance is 100K and the course follows the Black Forest Trail in the Pennsylvania Wilds. The event address is 86 Hyner Park Road. Registration opens January 1, 2026. The race is associated with the Pennsylvania Triple Crown and the Blacklist challenge; completing the PA Triple Crown plus this 100k in a single season is part of that series.

Course and logistics

The route is a lollipop-shaped trail course with more than 13,400 ft of elevation gain. Some climbs exceed 1,000 ft in under a mile. The course reverses direction each year, which changes where most elevation gain occurs along the route. The race rules prohibit crews, pacers, and spectators. Event materials include bib pick up locations, course maps, aid station charts, results, photos, and service requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

100 km

100k