The Run for the Elk Race Festival happens on July 28, 2024, in Emporium, PA. There is a full marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 5k. Emporium, known as the “Elk Capital of Pennsylvania,” is nestled in the heart of the state’s wild elk herd, with a population of almost 1,000 elk. The full marathon is a Boston Qualifier. The course is a hard packed out and back loop of crushed limestone. There are aid stations with water and Gatorade every two miles.
Run for the Elk Marathon & Half Marathon Race Festival
July 27, 2025
Emporium
Trail
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1-100
Some Hills
High: 83°
/ Low: 61°
Visit the race website for the current course description.
Overview
The Run for the Elk Race Festival happens on July 28, 2024, in Emporium, PA. There is a full marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 5k. Emporium, known as the “Elk Capital of Pennsylvania,” is nestled in the heart of the state’s wild elk herd, with a population of almost 1,000 elk. The full marathon is a Boston Qualifier. The course is a hard packed out and back loop of crushed limestone. There are aid stations with water and Gatorade every two miles.
Course Description
Visit the race website for the current course description.
