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Ghost Creek Half Marathon
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Ghost Creek Half Marathon
Description
I Ain't Afraid O' No Ghost
Experience Pennsylvania's 2020 Trail of the Year - the Ghost Town Trail! The half marathon course travels through the scenic Blacklick Creek Valley. In the past, this area was full of small mining and logging communities. Today, much of the valley has been reclaimed by nature. There are some remaining signs of these towns along the trail. The Ghost Town Trail is a must-visit destination!
"Beautiful scenic trail; well kept. Would recommend." - Jess W, 2021 Finisher
Restrooms & Aid Stations:
- Portable restrooms will be placed near the start/finish area and along the course.
- Aid Stations with refreshments and first aid kits will be available along the course at miles 2, 4, 6.5 (turnaround), 9, and 11.
- Race Parking will be available near the Start/Finish area at Saylor Park.
"Well stocked refreshments along the half and fun, happy workers helping out. The swag bag was fantastic and durable too, a first!" - Robin A, 2021 Finisher
Awards:
Awards will be given to the Top 3 Overall Male and Female Open & Masters Finishers as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
"Gorgeous course. Well done!" - Gayle M, 2021 Finisher
Course:
Out and back from Saylor Park. Course Time limit is 4 hours (18:18 min/mile).
Course Records
- Male Overall: Adam Van Campernolle (Oakmont, PA) - 1:26:57 (2021)
- Female Overall: Melissa Conjack (Sarver, PA) - 1:29:40 (2021)
- Male Masters: Mark Badaracco (Erie, PA) - 1:29:33 (2022)
- Female Masters: Rachel Bankaci (Latrobe, PA) - 1:37:27 (2021)
Travel
Hotels (Distance from Start/Finish)
- Hampton Inn & Suites Blairsville (3.3 miles)
- Days Inn by Wyndham Blairsville (6.2 miles)
- Holiday Inn Express Indiana (10 miles)
Flights
Check for flights into these local airports:
International
- Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
- Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)
Regional/Domestic
- Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE)
- Johnstown – Cambria County Airport (JST)
- Altoona – Blair County Airport (AOO)
Local Attractions
Jimmy Stewart Museum (11 miles)
Conemaugh Lake National Recreation Area (15 miles)
Johnstown Flood Museum (23 miles)
Johnstown Inclined Plane (24 miles)
Fort Ligonier (25 miles)
FAQs
Is there a course time limit?
- Yes, participants must run or walk under 4 hours.
Can I walk?
- Absolutely, as long as you can finish the race within the given course time limit.
Will there be race day registration?
- No.
Are pets allowed?
- No.
Are strollers allowed?
- No.
Place
Black Lick, PA US 15716
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