Pennsylvania · Half Marathon · 5K
Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon
Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon is a half marathon and 5K event held in Bear Gap, Pennsylvania. It was last held on August 23, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 300 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Bear Gap, PA
- Field size
- ~300 runners
Race details
- Last held
- August 23, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Bear Gap, Pennsylvania
- Distances
- Half Marathon, 5K
- Field size
- About 300 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EDT
- Course profile — Half Marathon
- Out-and-back course; Road surface
- Course profile — 5K
- Out-and-back course; Road surface
About the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon
This race is sold out at 300 participants due to parking restrictions. In 2026, it sold out on May 31. In 2025, it sold out on June 4. In 2024, it sold out on June 30. No race day registration and no wait-list. Please do not email asking to get into the race or join a wait-list. It will not be allowed. The Hellbender is back for 2026! This is a great course for both road or trail runners. Fast, flat, out and back along the scenic lakes and beautiful Weiser State Forest. Falcon Race Timing has t…
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Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon: common questions
- When is the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon held?
- In Bear Gap, Pennsylvania.
- What distances does the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon offer?
- Half Marathon and 5K.
- How many people run the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon?
- About 300 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed. Listed fee for the longest distance, $40 (from runsignup.com, checked October 20, 2026).
- What time does the Hellbender 5k & Half Marathon start?
- 8:00 AM EDT.
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