Eight 12.5-mile loops of singletrack and gravel through Brady’s Run Park in western Pennsylvania, past a lake, over rolling hills, and through stream crossings. A fast-growing race that’s gone from regional favorite to an official Western States 100 qualifier in just a few years.
Quick facts
- Location: Brady’s Run Park Recreation Facility, 121 Brady’s Run Rd, Beaver Falls, PA (start/finish)
- Date: June 4–6, 2027 (next running); start 4:00am Saturday
- Distance: 100 miles — eight 12.5-mile loops; 36-hour cutoff
- Website: rabidraccoon100.com
- Contact: Via rabidraccoon100.com — produced by Wolf Creek Race Management
- Registration: Via RunSignup; ages 18+. A Western States 100 qualifier.
Course description
Eight repeats of a 12.5-mile loop through Brady’s Run Park, winding along singletrack trail and gravel access roads across rolling wooded hills, through stream crossings, and around Brady’s Run Lake. The course blends runnable trail with steady climbing and a handful of technical, root-covered sections. Because it’s a short loop repeated eight times, runners pass through the start/finish area regularly, making crew logistics easier than most 100-milers — a big part of why it’s earned a reputation as a fair but demanding test that still feels achievable for well-prepared runners, whether chasing a first 100 or a Western States qualifying time.
Elevation change
Roughly 15,000–16,000 feet of cumulative gain across all eight loops — about 1,900 feet per loop. Steady, rolling terrain rather than any single defining climb, but the repetition adds up over the full distance.
Aid stations
Two fully-stocked aid stations per 12.5-mile loop, plus an unmanned water stop, with first aid kits, water, Gatorade, soda, and food like pizza, PB&J, bagels, cookies, bananas, granola bars, and candy. Pacers are permitted after 50 miles (four completed loops).
Special conditions & average temps
Early June in western Pennsylvania typically brings mild days in the mid-60s to low-70s and cool nights in the 40s-50s, with a real chance of an extended night-running stretch given the early morning start and long cutoff. The course’s loop format and rolling, mostly-runnable trail make it a genuinely approachable 100 for a well-prepared first-timer.
Recent results — top 3, men & women
2026
- Men: 1. Alex Minor 15:42:56 · 2. Clinton Hepler 21:19:22 · 3. David Patzer 22:34:09
- Women: 1. Stephanie Kos 22:04:33 · 2. Erica Reinsel 22:48:06 · 3. Erika Aukerman 25:21:36
2025
- Men: 1. Dan Green 17:09:08 · 2. Oliver Bieser 20:49:44 · 3. Lucas Holcomb 20:54:28
- Women: 1. Rachel Moore 23:43:41 · 2. Marissa Kovach 24:34:49 · 3. Tammy Rachau 24:51:32
2024
- Men: 1. Heath Goshorn 18:06:55 · 2. Ben Blankenship 18:59:03 · 3. Jonathan Van Geuns 20:39:46
- Women: 1. Rebecca Kosek 25:00:47 · 2. Abby Boyle 26:08:20 · 3. Jamie Harcar 32:57:20
Registration deadline & how to get in
Registration is handled through RunSignup; check the race website for the current entry price tiers and field cap. No qualifying race is required to enter. Rabid Raccoon has grown quickly from a regional race into an officially recognized Western States 100 qualifier, making it an increasingly popular target for runners chasing a Golden Ticket path.
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