Half Ass 25k
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Tuscarora Half Ass 25K & 15K
The Tuscarora Half Ass offers two trail race distances in Colonel Denning State Park near Newville, PA. The event is organized by the Meatball Runners and is based at 1599 Doubling Gap Rd, with signage directing participants to Pavilion #2 for parking and race headquarters.
Both races follow the same opening route before splitting into separate courses. The 15K covers nearly 2,700 feet of elevation gain and includes the valley view at Flat Rock Vista. The 25K extends the route with an additional roughly 10K loop on the park’s eastern side and totals over 4,000 feet of vertical gain.
Available aid stations:
- Mile 1.75 water only
- Mile 5
- Mile 7.5 Additional 25K aid at miles 9.25, 10.5, and 14.5 Aid stations provide water, an electrolyte option, sweet and salty items, and some vegan choices.
Registration information and capacity limits are listed by the organizer. Online registration closes May 30 and a waitlist may be used through May 31. The event is limited to 120 total participants; race day sign-ups are possible only if the field is not full. There is a hard course cut-off in the afternoon and an intermediate midday requirement for 25K runners.
The event maintains a low key approach to entry benefits and awards a special prize to the first overall male and female in each distance. Support is available for financial barriers and for deferment or refunds in case of unexpected circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
