End of the Road Half Marathon & One Tunnel 4 Miler

Race Underground on the Old PA Turnpike

Run through five miles of historic tunnels and quiet mountain roads.

Pennsylvania's Most Unique Half Marathon

October 24-25, 2026 Half Marathon & 4 Mile

Run Through the Long-Closed PA Turnpike Tunnels

October 23–24, 2027

End of the Road Half Marathon & One Tunnel 4 Miler takes runners deep into the history and mystery of the long-closed Pennsylvania Turnpike. Run through dark, echoing tunnels by headlamp, then emerge onto quiet old roads surrounded by peak fall color and mountain views. It's one of Pennsylvania's most unique October race weekends.

Choose the Saturday or Sunday Half Marathon, with five miles of tunnels and rolling fall roads, or Sunday's One Tunnel 4 Miler for a shorter underground adventure. Want more? Take on a two-day challenge: Saturday Half + Sunday 4 Miler (17.1 miles) or back-to-back Half Marathons (26.2 miles). Whether you're chasing a PR, checking off a bucket-list race, or looking for a memorable fall weekend, End of the Road has a place for you.

Experience End of the Road

Choose Your Race Weekend

Half Marathon

Saturday or Sunday
5 miles of tunnels
Rolling fall roads
Great first destination half marathon

One Tunnel 4 Miler

Sunday only
A shorter adventure with 2.4 miles underground
Perfect after your first 5K
Walker-friendly

Two Day Challenges

26.2 Road-Closed Rambler Challenge

Half Marathon on Saturday
Half Marathon on Sunday

17.1 Tunnel Traveler Challenge

Half Marathon on Saturday
One Tunnel 4 Miler on Sunday

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What's Included in Your End of the Road Weekend

Race Experience

Run through five miles of historic turnpike tunnels
Professional chip timing and live results
Post-race food and beverages.
Friendly volunteers and fully supported aid stations.
Overall and age group awards

Swag

End of the Road long sleeve technical shirt (option to upgrade to a hoodie)
Custom finisher medal
Bonus swag for Two-Day Challenge participants

Race Weekend

Opportunity to join Movie Night on the Turnpike & Friday "Emergency" spray paint session

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Why Runners Come Back

"I have to say this was one of the best organized, upbeat races we have participated in. Everyone involved...was extremely friendly, personable and just a pleasure to engage with. I cannot begin thank everyone involved for making the trip to the race site well worth it!" - Lewis S., 2026

"The course was amazing and very well organized. Really enjoyed this unique half marathon. The tunnels really make it more of an adventure! Also appreciated all the information and help available for training. The athlete guide was super helpful to prepare for this race. Will be running this again next year!" - Adrianne B.

"It was so fun and the most encouraging/laid back run I did. It was a breath of fresh air that it didn't have that overly competitive feel...Just offering a cut off time at walking pace is so nice for everyone! And I loved cheering on the people who were heading back to finish!" - 2026 Participant