Naked Bavarian

MAR
7
2026
Naked Bavarian is an ultra trail at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport, PA with 20 and 40 mile options on mostly single track and gravel. Enjoy rugged climbs, supportive aid stations and a German style finisher memento.
Sat 7 Mar 2026
40 miles 20 miles

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Naked Bavarian : Leesport, PA

The Naked Bavarian is an ultra trail run at Blue Marsh Lake in Leesport, PA. The event offers the following distances:

  • 40 Miles
  • 20 Miles

Course and support

The course is on the north side of Blue Marsh Lake and follows a lollipop shape: 6.5 miles out, a 7 mile loop, and 6.5 miles back. The 40 Mile distance repeats the loop and allows access to a drop bag at mile 20. The surface is about 80% single-track trail and 20% gravel roads. Approximate elevation gain is 20M: 2000 ft and 40M: 4000 ft. Aid stations are located at miles 3.5, 6.5, 10, 13.5, 16.5, 20, 23.5, 26.5, 30, 33.5, and 36.5. Water and Gatorade are provided; runners should bring any personal gels.

Logistics, timing and awards

Bib timing uses old-fashion tear-off bibs and bibs must be visible on the front at all times. Runners must finish the distance they entered and may not drop to a shorter distance during the race. Bib pickup and the start/finish are at the Lake View Pavilion, Day Use Area, approx address 1420 Palisades Drive, Leesport, PA 19533. Entry fees listed are $39 for the 20M and $49 for the 40M; race-day fees are higher and cash only if available. Refunds are available up to 30 days before race day minus a fee; entries are final after that point, with limited bib transfers allowed. Awards include a small German-style finisher memento and top-3 overall and age-group prizes. Post-race food is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.