2025 MCTA Marathon Series
Saturday, February 22nd - Epicenter 8.5 - 10:00am
The 8.5 mile race starts this fun race series that benefits Mercer County Trails Association, Inc. Run south out of Fredonia and create the Big Dipper on your Strava Map. Several Strava segments are on this humbling course which includes a roller-coaster-esque series of elevation changes. The odd length of this race pairs with race #2 (Trout Island Tromp – 4.6 miles) to create the first half of a marathon distance. Awards to top 3 male and female finishers. Registration opens at 8:30; Race start is 10:00am. This is the ONLY open road race of the series.
Fredonia Presbyterian Church is the host facility. Bring a little extra $$ and get some of our merchandise and show your support for our organization. FEE: $20.00 or part of the Series Bundle.
Saturday, March 22nd - Trout Island Tromp - 10:00am
Trout Island Tromp is in late March. This is the SECOND race in the MCTA Marathon Series. Event uses the Trout Island Trail rail-trail in Sharpsville, PA. Parking is at the Sharpville Plaza at N Mercer and E Shenango Streets, and race number pick-up will be at the trail head. If the weather is good, MCTA Merch will be available for purchase. Awards to top 3 male and female finishers. Race day registration is $20 or part of the Series Bundle. Registration opens before 9am on race day morning; Race start is 10:00am.
Saturday, April 19th - MKG Half-marathon - 10:00am
The third of three races in a "marathon" series (combined distances equals marathon's length of 26 miles, 385 yards).
Mercer County Trails Association, Inc. is hosting its 17th running of this half-marathon on the paved bike path that encircles Lake Wilhelm. Course Records are Jaron Martin (2016) - 1:17:52, and Mindy Sawtelle-Zottola (2012) - 1:23:17. This race led to a permanent HM course being marked around Maurice K Goddard State Park MAP. Awards to top 3 male and female finishers and finisher medals to all participants. Those completing the series will also receive a special sticker. Race day registration is $25 or part of the Series Bundle. Registration opens at 8:30am on race day morning; Race start is 10:00am.
RACE 3 will have early start for walkers and slower runners. Please contact Vicki to coordinate group start time: vickisholley@live.com
NOTE: Registration will close Thursdays prior to events and re-open afterward. Event day Registrations in cash, check, or charge. Last chance to get the bundle rate will be race-day at Epi-Center 8.5.
Also, there are NO PENALTIES for registering on event day. Winter can be tough for planning. We hope you pre-register as it helps us accommodate for refreshments and such. But, if you need to take it one day at a time, we understand.