Lehigh Valley New Year's Chaser: Half Marathon

Located in Coplay, Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley New Year’s Chaser offers Half Marathon, 10K and 5K events along the Ironton Rail Trail. The course is flat and fast, run on immaculate asphalt, with the half marathon doubling the 5.25-mile loop (each loop extends to about 6.55 miles with a short spur) and the 10K following the same loop plus an out-and-back. Elevation ranges from 365 to 389 feet, with about 184 feet of gain per loop, and aid stations about every two miles.

Runners receive a t-shirt, medal, ankle socks, and free finish-line photos, plus a post-race celebration; awards include overall/age categories, with a first-time half finisher plaque and a non-binary option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.