Kinzua Half Marathon & 5k 2021

Short review

The Kinzua Viaduct, built in 1882, was the world's longest and tallest railroad viaduct, measuring 2,053 feet long and 301 feet high. In 2003, a tornado partially destroyed the structure. In 2011, the viaduct was reinvented and transformed into the now 624ft long Kinzua Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park. On the skywalk, visitors can take in breathtaking views of the Kinzua Gorge and gaze down at the incredible destruction from the tornado. In addition, the Kinzua Bridge State Park Visitor Center offers historical information and stunning views. 

“One of the World’s Top 10 Most Beautiful Skywalks and Viewpoints”  -Culture Trip, U.K.

Window Start:

All half marathon participants will have the option to start their race at any point from 8:00 am to 8:30 am and all 5k participants will have from 7:00 pm to 7:05 pm in order to aid social distancing. The start will be chip timed so there is no penalty to starting later. All results will be based on net (chip) time.

"25 Must-See Pennsylvania State Parks" - DCNR

Restrooms, Aid Stations, & Parking:

Portable restrooms will be placed in the overflow parking lot and along the course.Aid Stations with refreshments and first aid kits will be available along the course. Race Parking will be available at the Kinzua Bridge State Park overflow lot and in the designated trail parking. "The Kinzua Bridge Skywalk is an engineering masterpiece with a rich history and one of the most stunning views you’ll see in the Pennsylvania Wilds." - PA Wilds

Half Marathon Race Information: 

Experience this one-of-a-kind, destination half marathon at Kinzua Bridge State Park. The course is an out and back on the scenic Knox Kane Rail Trail. The race starts & finishes steps from the spectacular Kinzua Skywalk. All participants receive a performance shirt, finisher medal, and drawstring bag! In addition, medals will be given to the Top 3 overall male and female finishers plus the top 3 finishers in each of the following categories: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over. This race will be disposable bib chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management with live online results. Event parking will be available in the Kinzua Bridge State Park overflow lots. Water stations at ~ miles 2, 4, 6.5, 9, 11. Refreshments provided at the finish. Portable restrooms will be available in the parking lot area and on the trail. Additional restrooms will be available at the Visitor Center once it opens at 8:00 am. The course time limit is 3.5 hours (16 min per mile). 10% of all race registration fees support the Mt. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Club (MJ2KB) to help support further development of the trail. 

5K Race Information: 

Saturday evening 5K race starting at 7:00. The course is an out and back on the scenic Knox Kane Rail Trail. The race starts & finishes steps from the spectacular Kinzua Skywalk. All participants receive a performance shirt and drawstring bag! Medals will be given to the Top 3 overall male and female finishers, plus the top 3 finishers in each of the following categories: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over. Event parking will be available in the Kinzua Bridge State Park overflow lots. Water station prior to the turnaround. Refreshments provided at the finish. Portable restrooms will be available in the parking lot area and on the trail. The Visitor Center closes at 6:00 pm. The course time limit is 1.5 hours (approx. 14:30/mile). 10% of all race registration fees support the Mt. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Club (MJ2KB) to help support further development of the trail. 

Packet Pickup:
All race packets & shop purchases will be mailed to participants before the race. Participants can expect to receive their packets at least one week prior to the race.

Promo code: UNR5 can be used to receive $5 off race registration*** 

***DISCLAIMER: If you use promo code UNR5, you MUST pick up your race packet in-person at Up-N-Running (1177 Pittsburgh Road, Suite 103, Valencia, PA 16059). Please be aware that Up-N-Running is NOT near Kinzua Bridge State Park. Race Packets will be available for pick up at Up-N-Running during their standard business hours from Thursday, July 15th to Friday, July 23rd. 

For more race information, please visit https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/kinzua-half-marathon-5k/