Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival

The Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival, held in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, is a scenic two-day event featuring a full marathon, half marathon, and a 7-mile race. The full marathon is a Boston qualifier with a gentle 0.5-1% downhill grade, making it one of the fastest on the East Coast. Runners enjoy a point-to-point course along the D&L and Lehigh Gorge rail trails, surrounded by breathtaking mountain and river scenery.

The half marathon and 7-miler take place on a flat, fast rail-trail through Lehigh Gorge State Park. Unique features include scenic train rides to race starts and a festive post-race Whistlestop Tour with local food and drink specials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.