The 54th Annual Switchback Scamper
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
- Price $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
The race kicks off at the intersection of W White Street and Church St, with the finish line set against the beautiful backdrop of Mauch Chunk Lake Park. Participants are encouraged to carpool to the race start, and registration and packet pickup will be held at the Wildoner/Koch Pavilion in the park from noon to 1:30 p.m. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community event that promises fun, fitness, and a fantastic atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
Finish: at the beautiful Match Chunk Lake Park - Summit Hill police escort at start, ambulance/medical assistance at finish.
Registration/ Packet Pickup: Mauch Chunk Lake Park - Wildoner/Koch Pavilion from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. (Alternate route to lake via 443 to 902 to Lentz Trail to the March Chunk Lake Park, or 209 S right on Beaver St. to right on Flagstaff Road to left onto Lentz Trail to MCLP or from Hazelton area 93 to 209N, right on Walnut Ave, to right on Center Ave, Continue on Center Ave until end, proceed straight onto highway (Lentz Trail), lake entrance on left.
Contact : Walt Schlepper @ 484-553-1556 with any questions.
Races
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10k Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (2:00PM EDT)
$30.00
CLOSED -
5k Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (2:00PM EDT)
$30.00
CLOSED
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625 Lentz Trail, Jim Thorpe, 18229, PA, United States
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