Miller Mountain Trail Challenge
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Miller Mountain Trail Challenge : May 9, 2026
The event takes place in Tunkhannock, PA at 156 Jurista Dr S and offers the following distances:
- 25K
- 25k Hike
- 5 Mile
Registration opens December 9, 2025. Entry fees vary by date ranges; early, mid, and late registration prices are listed for each distance. Packet pickup is available the day before the event and on race morning. The event policy states there are no refunds, deferrals, or bib swaps.
Course, services, and awards
The 25K has about 4,700 feet of elevation gain with four distinct ascents of Miller Mountain, each with over 1,000 feet of climb. The course begins with under a half mile on a dirt road before the first climb. The route includes views over the Susquehanna River, a descent through private property at Bennie's Nursery and Tree Farm, a summit pond, steep rocky and wet trail sections, and multiple aid stations (the first aid station is at Bennie's). The 5 Mile course has about 2,000 feet of elevation gain and features a steep uphill followed by a steep, rocky, wet descent.
All finishers receive a customized finisher gift, event swag, and a full post-race meal. Top male and female finishers in each distance receive custom awards; there are no age-group awards. Net proceeds benefit Countryside Conservancy and Wyoming County United Way. A race-day basket raffle will generate additional donations; donations can be made in cash or by Venmo/PayPal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
