Old Turnpike Half Marathon

The Old PA Turnpike commonly referred to as the “Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike” opened in 1940 and was billed as the “World’s Greatest Highway.” This 13-mile stretch of the turnpike became “abandoned” in 1968 when the Sideling Hill & Rays Hill Tunnels were bypassed due to traffic delays. The Old PA Turnpike was prominently featured in the 2009 post-apocalyptic movie “The Road” starring Viggo Mortensen. This unique attraction is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania.

The course is rolling and offers sweeping views of the Allegheny Mountain Range and the wilderness of Buchanan State Forest. 

Restrooms & Aid Stations:

4 portable restrooms placed in the parking lot.2 portable restrooms along the course. The course is an out & back so these can be utilized twice.3 water stations along the along the course.

Race Parking:

Available at the Cove Valley Travel Plaza alongside the Old PA Turnpike. The start & finish line is less than 200 meters from this parking lot.

Swag Items:

Custom Finisher MedalPerformance T-shirtHead Lamp

Awards:

Medals will be given to the Top 5 Overall Male and Female Open & Masters Finishers. Medals will be mailed after the event. 

Travel Time from Regional Cities/Towns: 

Breezewood, PA - 15 minutesBedford, PA - 35 minutesAltoona, PA - 1 hourHarrisburg, PA - 1 hr 15 minJohnstown, PA - 1 hr 15 minState College, PA - 1 hr 30 minFrederick, MD - 1 hr 30 minPittsburgh, PA - 2 hoursBaltimore, MD - 2 hoursWashington DC - 2 hrs 15 minMorgantown, WV - 2 hrs 15 minPhiladelphia, PA - 2 hrs 45 minYoungstown, OH - 3 hoursTrenton, NJ - 3 hoursRichmond, VA - 3 hr 45 minNew York, NY - 4 hoursCleveland, OH - 4 hours