Quarry Shack 5 Miler
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Event
The Quarry Shack 5 Miler is the 6th annual running and walking event on October 31, 2026 in Vintondale, PA (1069 Main St., Rexis Trailhead). The event offers the following distances:
- 5 miles Run
- 5 miles Walk
Course
The race uses the Ghosttown Trail - Rexis Branch and is an out-and-back course that starts just past the closed gate next to the old train at the Rexis trailhead. Runners go approximately 2.5 miles out and turn around about 0.1 mile after the Red Mill Bridge. The course is a closed trail with no road crossings or intersections. The trail is a rail-trail profile with about 115 feet of net climb on the outbound leg and the same descent on the return. One water stop is located under a pavilion near the turnaround. Restrooms are located about 0.1 mile from the parking area near the Eliza Furnace.
Logistics and rules
Chip timing will be used with a mass start and timing chips on race bibs; bibs should be worn on the front of the body for accurate reads. There is a 1 hour 30 minute time limit for finishers. The walk division requires continuous walking; running, jumping or skipping in the walk division is grounds for disqualification. Awards are given to top finishers overall and by age group for both run and walk divisions; awards will not be mailed. Participants must provide their own lighting devices; official lighting will be limited to the start/finish, registration and awards areas. Day-of registration is available with cash or check only. T-shirts are a paid add-on and must be picked up at the event. No refunds, cancellations or transfers are offered. Photographs and video will be taken on course and posted online after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
