LITTLE PINE STATE PARK — The Eastern States Trail-Endurance Alliance is proud to announce the 9th annual Eastern States 100, a world-class ultramarathon set to take place Aug. 9-10, in the heart of Pennsylvania’s rugged and remote PA Wilds. Covering 103 miles of mountainous single-loop trail, this premier event offers one of the toughest endurance tests on the East Coast–and one of the most scenic.

The annual event returns after the cancellation in 2024 due to flooding after Tropical Storm Debby.

Officials, members of the media, and spectators are warmly invited to attend this extraordinary event, where athletes from across the globe gather to push their limits on some of the wildest trails the Allegheny Plateau has to offer.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Race Start:

— 5 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 at Little Pine State Park, Lycoming County

— Race Ends: 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10

Friday Pre-Race Festivities (Aug. 8):

— 1:30-6:30 p.m., Bib Pickup, Games and Activities for participants, families and fans

ABOUT THE COURSE

Runners will traverse a 103-mile single-loop trail (98% single- and double-track) that circumnavigates the Pine Creek Gorge watershed, passing through Lycoming, Clinton and Tioga Counties. From the start at Little Pine State Park, the course heads west to Hyner Run State Park, north to the village of Blackwell and finally south back to the start.

With over 20,000 feet of elevation gain, the course challenges runners with relentless climbs, technical descents, and remote backcountry terrain. Last year’s event drew athletes from 31 U.S. states and five countries, with a finish rate of just 58%–a testament to the course’s difficulty and prestige.

RACE CELEBRATIONS

The race concludes with an awards ceremony recognizing top male and female finishers, along with every determined runner who crosses the finish line. Spectators and runners alike can enjoy local food from Real Taste 570, craft beer from Bald Birds Brewing, and coffee by Bason Coffee Roasting. Prizes and giveaways are generously provided by sponsors including UltraSpire and Hydrapak.

ECONOMIC IMPACT

Eastern States 100 brings a wave of economic benefit to the region:

— 300+ runners plus their crews, families and volunteers

— 1,000-1,250 overnight visitors

— 2,500-3,125 room nights/campsites booked

— $1M-$1.75M in direct local and regional spending

— Estimated $80,000-$140,000 in local tax revenue

With an average stay of 2.5 nights, the event supports local businesses, from hotels and vacation rentals to restaurants, outfitters and retail shops.

ABOUT THE EASTERN STATES

TRAIL-ENDURANCE ALLIANCE (ESTEA)

The Eastern States 100 is hosted by the Eastern States Trail-Endurance Alliance, a nonprofit 509(a)(2) organization committed to promoting trail running and the responsible use of Pennsylvania’s public lands. The race is made possible through the generous support of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and numerous partner organizations.

Benjamin Mazur, Vice President of ESTEA, serves as Race Director for the event.