Big Savage Half Marathon

Half in Pennsylvania. Half in Maryland. A Half to remember!

The Big Savage Half Marathon on Saturday, September 4th (Labor Day Weekend) is one of the most unique and beautiful half marathon courses anywhere. Participants will traverse a compact crushed limestone rail trail that crosses monumental features including: The Eastern Continental Divide and the Mason Dixon Line. In addition, participants run through the 7th longest bike trail tunnel in the United States at 3,295 feet in length - the Big Savage Tunnel (hence, the race name!). The Big Savage Tunnel was completely renovated in the early 2000s and is fully lit. Once participants exit the Big Savage Tunnel, they are met by stunning views of the valley below. This is truly one of the most unique and incredible views you will ever see from a rail trail. Not only do participants experience the Big Savage Tunnel, but they also get to explore Maryland's Borden Tunnel constructed in 1911. While much smaller than Big Savage at 957 ft, the Borden Tunnel still boasts impressive features such as motion activated LED lights. The Great Allegheny Passage is consistently ranked as one of the top rail trails in the United States! 

Window Start

All participants will have the option to start their race at any point from 8:00 am to 8:30 am 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. 

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. 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: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over. There will be no in-person award ceremony. All awards will be mailed. A virtual awards ceremony will be posted on YouTube in the week following the event.

Packet Pickup

9/4/2021 from 6:45 am to 8:30 am at the Start/Finish area