Real People Helping People 5k 10k 2.5 mile race

Real People Helping People 5K, 10K & 2.5 Mile Trail Races

Join us for the Real People Helping People Race — a family-friendly trail running event that combines scenic courses with meaningful community impact. This event kicks off early from the Durty Dabber Pavilion in McElhattan, Pennsylvania, and brings together runners of all abilities to support youth programming and local athletes. Proceeds benefit the Haven Summer Youth Program, which feeds children lunch, keeps them active, and fosters community and relationships during the summer months. A portion of proceeds also supports the Central Mountain Cross Country team.

10K Trail (Challenging • ~1500' Elevation Gain)
This scenic but demanding 10K loop starts and finishes at the Durty Dabber Pavilion. After leaving the pavilion, you’ll wind through wooded singletrack and the trails of Zindel Park. You’ll tackle Goat Path to the Connector, climb up Gut Check, continue through Laurel Trail, Black Diamond and Kellers Bench, then return to the Durty Dabber land for a final ascent and the finish.

5K Trail (Moderate • Flowing Natural Terrain)
Starting at the pavilion, this course takes you through the woods along the Creekside Trail into the McElhattan Nature Park’s large loop. The route then returns along Creekside Trail, crosses the creek via a bridge, and finishes back at the pavilion.

2.5 Mile Natural Trail (Untimed Fun Run)
Perfect for beginners and families, this untimed trail run follows the Creekside Trail into the large loop at McElhattan Nature Park and back to the pavilion through shaded forest paths.

Directions & Parking
From Route 220, take the McElhattan Exit and head south onto Reservoir Road. Continue past Truck-Lite and Linnipi Village for approximately ½ mile, then turn right at the Durty Dabbers sign just before Zindel Park. Parking is available onsite at the Durty Dabber Pavilion.

Start Times
10K: 8:30 AM
5K: 9:00 AM
2.5K Nature Trail Untimed: 9:00 AM