The Old PA Pike

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The Old PA Pike Welcome to the official page of the TOPP Trail on the Old PA Pike.

The Trail is owned and managed by the Bedford Fulton Joint Recreation Authority, which has a mission to maintain and enhance the Trail and support outdoor recreation.

Thank you all for donating. Very much appreciate you.
10/28/2026

Thank you all for donating. Very much appreciate you.

A huge "Thank You!" to The Old PA Pike. Their work went a long way to improving and maintaining the road surfaces you ran on this weekend, and we're so appreciative.

Loved running on the old turnpike? Donations benefit The Old PA Pike, contributing to their mission to "convert this abandoned section of the PA turnpike into a multi-use trail and recreational destination."

Thank you to our 61 donors who have already raised $762. You can still donate at the link below. Thank you for your support!

This lady came from CA by herself to run this race and won her class. Thx for visiting our beautiful area.
10/24/2026

This lady came from CA by herself to run this race and won her class. Thx for visiting our beautiful area.

End of the Road race today and tomorrow. It’s a well organized fun event. Weather is perfect.
10/24/2026

End of the Road race today and tomorrow. It’s a well organized fun event. Weather is perfect.

This group of Scouts from Fairfax VA area visited the trail and is camping in Buchanan State Forest.
10/24/2026

This group of Scouts from Fairfax VA area visited the trail and is camping in Buchanan State Forest.

10/24/2026

This race looks like so much fun. Another chance to participate tomorrow.

10/18/2026

One week until End of the Road race weekend! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ

Next weekend, runners will head into the tunnels and out onto the beautiful fall PA turnpike for the End of the Road Half Marathon and One Tunnel 4 Miler!

Already registered? It's almost time! We can't wait to welcome you to the start line and see you experience this unique course. Don't forget to review the athlete guide (link in the comments).

Still thinking about joining us? There's still time to register! Come spend a fall weekend with us, explore a one-of-a-kind course, and earn your finish line celebration.

πŸ“… October 24–25, 2026
Waterfall, PA

πŸ”— Register today and join us for End of the Road race weekend!

Looking forward to it.
10/12/2026

Looking forward to it.

🚧 Two weeks until you race through tunnels on the old PA turnpike!

Two weeks until End of the Road Half Marathon, One Tunnel 4 Mile, and Two Day Challenges.

If you’re running the Half Marathon your final big long run was probably this weekend. Now it's time to taper and plan. Replace the batteries in your headlamp or flashlight. Eat your carbs. Get your Movie Night on the Turnpike ticket for Saturday night!

Not registered yet? Registration's open:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/PA/Waterfall/EndoftheRoadMarathon

Join us for the Half Marathon, 4 Miler, and 2 Day Challenges on October 24-25 in Waterfall, PA.

We need trail markers to aid first responders in case of an emergency.  You can sponsor one for $75. Go to theoldpapike....
10/12/2026

We need trail markers to aid first responders in case of an emergency. You can sponsor one for $75. Go to theoldpapike.com/about/friends to donate. And, if you do, THANK YOU.

We received a draft feasibility study for each of the tunnels today.πŸ€—πŸ€—
10/08/2026

We received a draft feasibility study for each of the tunnels today.πŸ€—πŸ€—

Met with Delta Development Group on the trail today. It is the first step in developing a comprehensive funding strategy...
10/08/2026

Met with Delta Development Group on the trail today. It is the first step in developing a comprehensive funding strategy. Paul Johnstown, our distinguished treasurer, is on the right.

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Bedford, PA
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