Rock 'N The Knob Trail Challenge – PA’s Highest Trail Race
September 12, 2026: ALLEGHENY TRAILRUNNERS INC. IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE 14TH ANNUAL ROCK ’N THE KNOB – PA’S HIGHEST RACE. BREAKING THE WILL OF ALL WHO DARE TRY…
At over 3,100 feet above sea level, it is Pennsylvania’s highest race. A 10K, half-marathon or 50K options. Both are more technical (rocky) than our little sister, the Dirty Kiln Trail Race. Lodging is available at Blue Knob All-Seasons Resort, wake up feet from the start and finish. Our famous swag package. Post-race food and beer is included with the entry fee.
Courses:
- Ultramarathon Course (50K): Starts at 6:00 am. This course includes all the ‘greatest hits’ of both the medium course and 10k races. Features over 3,000 feet of climbing.
- Medium Distance Course (20K to 25K): Starts at 9:00 am. This race is a doozy, with almost 3,500 feet of climbing. Includes sections like Blister Blaster, Teal is Real up Deep Hollow Notch, I'll Nettle Do This Again and I Need a Sherpa! There are 3 Aid Stations. Six 1/2-hour time limit.
- Short Course (10K-ish): Starts at 10:00 am. This course may be the most challenging 10K in PA, featuring challenges like Tree-odge, Devils Hairpin, Throat Punch Hill and Soul Sucker Slopes! Two major climbs give you over 1350 feet of climbing. There is one aid station.
Start/Finish Address: 1424 Overland Pass Claysburg, Pennsylvania 16625.
Bib pickup begins 7am in the pavilion beside the Blue Knob Clubhouse Restaurant and Conference Center.
More info: http://www.alleghenytrailrunners.com/rock-n-the-knob-trail-challenge/