Path Of The Flood Historic Races
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Event overview
The Path of the Flood Historic Races will hold its 12th running on May 23, 2026. The event is hosted by Heritage Johnstown and the Cambria County Conservation & Recreation Authority. Proceeds benefit the Cambria County Trails and the heritage of the Johnstown region. All three distances use chip timing with timing mats. Registration is free for youth 17 years of age and under.
Course and route
The 14 Mile course starts within the ruins of the South Fork Dam and follows the South Fork Little Conemaugh River for the early miles. The Staple Bend Tunnel site is the start for the 8 Mile race, and 8 Mile and 14 Mile runners pass through the luminary-lit Staple Bend Tunnel, described on the site as the first railroad tunnel in the United States. The route continues on the Coy-McCombie Link trail through Franklin Boro and East Conemaugh, follows the Trolley Line Extension to Woodvale Heights with a short climb and descent, passes along Plum Street and through the Hope Tunnel, and finishes at Peoples Natural Gas Park near the Stone Bridge.
Distances and registration
- 14 Mile
- 8 Mile
- 5K
December 2, 2025 through March 31, 2026 fees include a shirt, commemorative pint glass, and finisher’s medal: $70 for the 14 Miler, $50 for the 8 Miler, $40 for the 5K. April 1 through May 9, 2026 fees are $75, $55, and $45 respectively. No online registrations are accepted after May 10; day-of registration will be available for the 5K only at $50. There are no refunds. Heritage Johnstown members and Cambria County Friend of the Trails members receive a $5 registration discount. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
