The 55th Annual Switchback Scamper
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
- Price $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor fun at the 55th Annual Switchback Scamper, taking place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the picturesque town of Jim Thorpe, Carbon County! This thrilling 10k race offers a unique point-to-point course that starts in Summit Hill borough and takes you through charming streets, scenic gravel and grass-covered trails, and culminates at the stunning Mauch Chunk Lake Park.
Prepare for an exciting run as you tackle the downhill stretch along the historic Switchback Railroad, with the first two miles winding through the town before transitioning to beautiful natural landscapes. The event promises a festive atmosphere with a police escort at the start and medical assistance at the finish, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. Don’t forget to plan your transportation to the starting line at the intersection of W White Street and Church St in Summit Hill, as carpooling is encouraged. Join fellow runners and experience the thrill of the Switchback Scamper while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Carbon County area!
Prepare for an exciting run as you tackle the downhill stretch along the historic Switchback Railroad, with the first two miles winding through the town before transitioning to beautiful natural landscapes. The event promises a festive atmosphere with a police escort at the start and medical assistance at the finish, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. Don’t forget to plan your transportation to the starting line at the intersection of W White Street and Church St in Summit Hill, as carpooling is encouraged. Join fellow runners and experience the thrill of the Switchback Scamper while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Carbon County area!
Organiser's Description
Course: Run Distance is 10k. Beginning in Summit Hill borough, thru the streets for the first 2 miles, next 2.5 miles on gravel and grass covered trails, 1/4 mile on highway to trail, final .2 on pavement. All downhill trail is the former Switchback Railroad. This is a point to point race. (Transportation to the race start is NOT provided. Please organize a plan to carpool to the start) The start is at the intersection of W White Street and Church St in Summit Hill, Closest address to the starting line is 447 W White St, Summit Hill, PA 18250 .
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.
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 27th September 2026 (2:00PM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS 13 JUN -
5k Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (2:00PM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS 14 JUN
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625 Lentz Trail, Jim Thorpe, 18229, PA, United States
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