Tussey mOUnTaiNBACK 50 Mile Relay and Ultramarathon

Tussey mOUnTaiNBACK 50 Mile Relay and Ultramarathon The 2026 race dates will be announced soon. Registration will open in March. Run just for the hill of it! Your generosity makes a difference!

The Tussey mOUnTaiNBACK is dedicated to serving runners of all levels and giving back to the regional community. Our primary events take place on a Race Weekend each year in October in Central Pennsylvania's Rothrock State Forest and include ultramarathons (100 miles, 50 miles, and 50 kilometers), a 50-mile relay (for teams of 2-8 runners), a half marathon, and a kids' mile. We also host a series of free races from February through June called the Tussey Teasers, and a training series from August into October called the Discovery Series on unique routes in Rothrock State Forest. Our certified 50-mile single-loop course is 84% unpaved, offering a soft and nontechnical running surface. Proceeds from our events support nonprofit organizations in Centre County.

Happy January to all! Join us beginning in February for the 2026 Tussey Teaser run series. All runs are free, with token...
01/12/2026

Happy January to all! Join us beginning in February for the 2026 Tussey Teaser run series. All runs are free, with token prizes (usually chocolate) for the most fleet of foot. See the course from Colyer Lake, Tussey Ski, Whipple Dam, and the Alan Seeger Picnic Area.

Hello all and best wishes for great holidays. Many have asked about the timing for the 2026 race weekend. Here at race H...
12/23/2025

Hello all and best wishes for great holidays. Many have asked about the timing for the 2026 race weekend. Here at race HQ, we are still working on it. We have to avoid the big Penn State events: football games and family weekend. Local venues are clobbered those times and we don't want to add any more stress to our competitors. Keep an eye on the website (www.tusseymountainback50.com) for updates. Registration will open in March. The Tussey Teaser series of free Spring races will begin in February.

The Tussey Mountainback is a well-known 100 mile, 50 mile, 50 mile relay, 50k, and half marathon race in Boalsburg, PA. The scenic and challenging course takes runners on a mix of gravel roads, forest service roads, and rolling hills in the picturesque landscape of Rothrock State Forest in Central P

Why are we here this weekend? To HAVE FUN, challenge ourselves, enjoy the scenery, and RAISE MONEY for @ You can support...
10/25/2025

Why are we here this weekend? To HAVE FUN, challenge ourselves, enjoy the scenery, and RAISE MONEY for @

You can support Jana Marie Foundation with:

- Cash donation

- QR code donation

- Raffle ticket purchase (get a cool bike in return!) Saturday or Sunday!

THANK YOU for your generosity! This is what makes our community special.

Runners and volunteers and crews! Bring your RETIRED RUNNING SHOES to the race. Look for the white box. Keep your shoes ...
10/25/2025

Runners and volunteers and crews! Bring your RETIRED RUNNING SHOES to the race. Look for the white box. Keep your shoes out of the landfill and at the same time support the work of !

Each pair of shoes must be TIED TOGETHER and be clean and free of any holes.

This program is called Sneakers4Good. It supports micro-enterpreneurs around the world and brings funds back to us.

Thank you to Penske Truck Rental for their enthusiastic support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback! Penske's generosity is...
10/25/2025

Thank you to Penske Truck Rental for their enthusiastic support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback! Penske's generosity is helping to make this magical weekend happen! Their dependability is a refreshing complement to whatever project is on your horizon.

https://www.pensketruckrental.com/

Kudos to for their support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback. When you need a document of any size, booklet or special ...
10/25/2025

Kudos to for their support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback. When you need a document of any size, booklet or special print product, Jaru delivers high quality and a quick turnaround that makes you feel taken care of.

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Many thanks to the Nittany Valley Running Club for their support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback! The is an amazing res...
10/25/2025

Many thanks to the Nittany Valley Running Club for their support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback! The is an amazing resource for finding races, group runs, running advice, camaraderie, and much more that is unmatched in Central Pennsylvania. Visit their website today to forward your running world.

https://www.facebook.com/NittanyValleyRunningClub/

Every step counts. You may have heard that since first grade. It's still true, and whether you're running, hiking, or en...
10/25/2025

Every step counts. You may have heard that since first grade. It's still true, and whether you're running, hiking, or engaging in other outdoor or indoor athletics, your go-to place for knowledgeable fit and dedicated service is in downtown State College. Take that next step with confidence!

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Huge thanks to .chevrolet for their ardent support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback. Whether you need a top-notch new car...
10/25/2025

Huge thanks to .chevrolet for their ardent support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback. Whether you need a top-notch new car or professional service, Stocker provides the professional and dedicated sales and service that you deserve.

For your best running miles, depend on the Tussey Mountainback. For your best driving miles, look to Stocker!

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Thanks to DelGrosso's, America's oldest family saucemaker, for their generous support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback! G...
10/25/2025

Thanks to DelGrosso's, America's oldest family saucemaker, for their generous support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback! Get the unique, bold taste you can count on the next time you're creating good things in the kitchen!

https://www.delgrossos.com/

Do you smile when you approach a hill to climb? Of course! And can be your partner in giving your smile its best look, ...
10/25/2025

Do you smile when you approach a hill to climb? Of course! And can be your partner in giving your smile its best look, with professional care and the most advanced approaches. Thanks to Mid-State Orthodontics for their invaluable support of the 2025 Tussey Mountainback!

https://midstateorthodontics.com/

Who has the goods for serious and recreational outdoors fun? does. Thanks to the folks at Appalachian Outdoors for a so...
10/25/2025

Who has the goods for serious and recreational outdoors fun? does. Thanks to the folks at Appalachian Outdoors for a solid partnership with the Tussey Mountainback for 26 years and counting! Their running staff will be part of the 50-mile relay action on Sunday as well!

https://appoutdoors.com/

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The Tussey mOUnTaiNBACK is a 50 mile relay and ultramarathon race run on dirt and macadam roads in the beautiful surroundings of Rothrock State Forest in Central Pennsylvania. The mOUnTaiNBACK is host of the 2019 USA 50 Mile Road Championships. Proceeds from the race will support Centre Volunteers in Medicine, whose mission is to provide access to primary and preventive medical and dental care for eligible individuals living or working in Centre County who do not have a free clinic or programs to meet their needs. Your donation of any size will make a very real difference in someone’s life. We invite you to come out and run, volunteer, and sponsor this amazing event - just for the hill of it!