Laurel Highlands Ultra - Fall Classic

THE FALL CLASSIC!

We are continuing to keep the Fall Classic fresh and find new ways to race on the LHHT. The 3rd LHU Fall Classic will be the first ever 50M race on the LHHT! And will include a 5 person relay option. Starting at Mile 46 (Rt30) and ending at Mile 0 in Ohiopyle! We'll find a few extra miles along the way to get as close to a 50 Mile as possible! It will prove to be challenging, and it will end in town, in Ohiopyle at Falls City Pub!

BENEFITTING THE Pennsylvania Parks & Forest Foundation!

None of this would be possible without the hard work of the PPFF, Friends Group, RidgeRunners and everyone who gives back to the trails in Western PA! Year-round maintenance and care is required to keep this trail amazing. Please consider donating to their work: Donate NOW!

50M RELAY

We’re excited to offer a 5 person relay as part of the 2026 LHU Fall Classic! Relay legs are between 4 and 14 miles. So everyone can be a part of the team! The relay exchange points are TBD, but check back and we'll update soon! Relay members should plan their own transportation to and from the exchange points. The AM (pre race) shuttle can be used if needed for the first runner to get from the finish line to the start line. No pacers are allowed to join the relay teams. Relay team members can also run the full race individually but need to be registered for both the individual 50M and the Relay they must run the first leg for their team.

COURSE

Interactive Course Map COMING SOON! A point to point race on the gorgeous Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. Beginning near Mile Marker 46 at Rt 30 trailhead, then heading South on the LHHT to its terminus in Ohiopyle, PA. 46 miles will be run on the LHHT with over 7,500ft of elevation ascent and 8,500 elevation of descent. You'll be counting your way down from Mile Marker 46 to 0 and finishing at the Mile 0 trailhead on Garrett Rd in Ohiopyle.

AID STATIONS

There will be 6-7 aid stations will be on course. Details TBD. All will be fully stocked and staffed. The aid station are located at the trailhead parking lots. Every racer must run completely to the aid station for checkins / timing. We take pride in our aid stations and can get you what you need. And we take requests when you register! Our established community of amazing volunteers and staff will be ready for you. Skratch is typically our electrolyte hydration. We'll have a lot of AS staples, like fruit, pb&j, potatoes, pretzels, chips, and some candy. And we often throw in some broth, bacon, quesadillas and pierogi. Vegan and GF options available in food, gels, starches and more.

CREW / SPECTATORS / PACERS

Spectators and Crew will have access to the aid stations at Miles 14, 27, 31 and 39 to crew and cheer for racers. There will be NO ACCESS at Miles 7, 20, or 44 for spectators, crew or pacers. Pacers can join their racer only at Mile 39 and must be able to make it to the finish at Mile 50. The Relay exchange points are TBD.

RACE DAY!

4:00 AM: Check-in opens 5:00 AM: Race starts 1:00PM: Post Race Party Begins! TBD PM: Cutoff at Mile 39 9:00PM: Finish Line Cutoff

PARKING & SHUTTLE

Start Line will be at the Rt 30 Trailhead Parking Lot. Finish Line parking will be at Ferncliff Trailhead in Ohiopyle. There is a shuttle available before the race, NOT after. Unless you are being dropped at the finish line, we suggest racers use the shuttle as the Start Line parking is limited. To use the shuttle - Park at the Finish Lot (Ferncliff) in Ohiopyle and be transported to the Start Line. The shuttle will be $15 to help us cover the cost and can be selected in the checkout process. The last shuttle will leave Ohiopyle at 3:45 AM.

AWARDS

Every finisher will receive a finisher award. Top awards given to Non-Binary 1st/2nd/3rd, Female 1st/2nd/3rd, Male 1st/2nd/3rd, 1st Place Mixed Relay, 1st Place Female Relay, and 1st Place Male Relay.

JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY!

We'd love to have you join the team. Click HERE to see the options. We offer free race entries for a full day of volunteering!