Hillman Ride and Fly

JUN
27-28
2026
Join Hillman Ride and Fly at Hillman State Park for a two day adventure that blends trail running and horseback racing on flowy singletrack, grass and gravel. Teams share one horse or go solo in equathons while camping under the stars.
18 miles 12 miles 6 miles

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Event overview

Hillman Ride and Fly - Ride & Tie and Equation is a two-day event at Hillman State Park in Frankfort Springs, Pennsylvania, organized by the Pittsburgh Area Run and Ride Trail Association. The park course includes flowy single track, smooth grass and gravel roads, and a model airport. The event description notes the park is about 45 minutes from Pittsburgh.

Race formats and distances

The event features activities that combine trail running and horseback riding. A ride and tie is a trail race in which teams of two people and one horse work together to complete the course. An equathon is a relay race where the first lap is on horseback and the second lap is on foot, either completed by one person or by a team.

Ride & Tie distances in miles:

  • 6 miles
  • 12 miles
  • 18 miles
  • 30 miles

Equathon loops can be mixed and matched from 6, 12 and 18 mile loops. Camping is available for both horses and humans. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

18 mi
Equathon 18 Miles
12 mi
Equathon 12 Miles
6 mi
Equathon 6 Miles
Ride & Tie 6 Miles
Ride & Tie 12 Miles
Ride & Tie 18 Miles
Ride & Tie 30 Miles

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