End of the Road Half Marathon & One Tunnel 4 Miler
About this race
End of the Road Half Marathon (October 24–25, 2026 · Waterfall, PA) is one of Pennsylvania’s most unique fall races. Choose the Half Marathon or 4 miler and run through two long, dark tunnels on the abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike, surrounded by peak autumn foliage.
Looking for an October race that’s unlike anything else in the state? This event takes runners deep into history along a stretch of highway bypassed in 1968 and untouched by cars for nearly 50 years. The course blends five miles of tunnel running with rolling rural roads and stunning mountain scenery.
Not ready for 13.1 miles? If you’ve run a 5K before, the 4 Miler is the perfect next step. It’s approachable for newer runners, fun for walkers, and still gives you the full thrill of racing through the famous abandoned tunnels. Curious what it's like to run through the tunnels? Watch our End of the Road Half Marathon & 4 Mile preview video with footage from 2024 participant, Natasha.
Race Options:
- Half Marathon – Saturday or Sunday (choose your day)
- One Tunnel 4 Mile – Sunday
- Two-Day Challenges:
- 26.2 Road Closed Rambler – Half Marathon Saturday + Half Marathon Sunday
- 17.1 Tunnel Traveler – Half Marathon Saturday + One Tunnel 4 Miler Sunday
Why Runners Love It:
- Run through 5 miles of tunnels – a headlamp or flashlight is required
- Limited field sizes each day for an uncrowded course
- Official pacers for both Half Marathons to help you hit your time goals
- Movie Night on the Turnpike Saturday evening (The Addams Family in 2025)
- Host hotel near the start/finish that hosts packet pickup (book early—sold out last year)
Now in its eighteenth year, this race has welcomed runners from across the U.S., raising funds for The Old PA Pike’s efforts to turn the abandoned turnpike into a permanent greenway for runners, walkers, and cyclists.
Be part of one of Pennsylvania’s most talked-about October races—and one of the most memorable courses you’ll ever run.
Pick your distance
Running
26.2 Road Closed Rambler Challenge
Want an extra challenge? Run/Walk the half marathon two days in a row and earn the title of a "Road Closed Rambler!"
17.1 Tunnel Traveler Challenge
Want an extra challenge but two half marathons in a row isn't your thing? Try the Half Marathon on Saturday and the 4 Miler on Sunday, becoming a true Tunnel Traveler!
Half Marathon - Saturday
Half Marathon - Sunday
Economy Package - Half Marathon - Saturday
This option is for runners who want to race but do not want a medal or race shirt.
Economy Package - Half Marathon - Sunday
This option is for runners who want to race but do not want a medal or race shirt.
Half Marathon Virtual Race
If you can't make it to the race in person, you can still participate in spirit using our RaceJoy tracking app to track your run and submit results! You will still receive your race shirt and finisher's medal once you submit your finish time.
17.1 Tunnel Virtual Challenge
If you can't make it to the race in person, you can still participate in spirit using our RaceJoy tracking app to track your run and submit results! You will still receive your race shirt and finisher's medal once you submit your finish time.
26.2 Rambler Virtual Challenge
If you can't make it to the race in person, you can still participate in spirit using our RaceJoy tracking app to track your run and submit results! You will still receive your race shirt and finisher's medal once you submit your finish time.
One Tunnel 4 Miler - Sunday
Economy Package - One Tunnel 4 Miler - Sunday
This option is for runners who want to race but do not want a medal or race shirt.
4 Mile Virtual Race
If you can't make it to the race in person, you can still participate in spirit using our RaceJoy tracking app to track your run and submit results! You will still receive your race shirt and finisher's medal once you submit your finish time.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Waterfall, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:32 AM and sets at 6:20 PM local time (EDT) in Waterfall on October 24, 2026 — 10h 47m of daylight.
Course
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Results — End of the Road Half Marathon & One Tunnel 4 Miler
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 1 Waterfall event
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