BLACK FOREST ULTRA
Experience the brutal yet stunning beauty of the Black Forest Trail. Midnight start. No crews. No pacers. No spectators. Diabolically epic!
Are you ready to exercise your demons?
Race day is 4 October 2026
black forest ultra 100k
- October 4, 2026
- Midnight Start / 19 Hour Time Limit
- Hyner Run State Park, Hyner PA
Registration is first come, first served.
Registration opens 6pm on January 1, 2026
Capacity: 200 runners
Cost: $155 (until February 1, 2026)
then $180 (starting February 2, 2026)
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
The difficulty of the terrain means this is NOT an entry-level race. Each potential participant will be reviewed by the race directors after we receive the completed registration. At a minimum, all participants must have completed at least one 50k trail race within the advertised cut-off time before signing up. This must be within 3 years of the registration date. If you have a race that is not a 50k but has a high degree of difficulty, it may be an exception to the above standard – just contact us to find out if the race may qualify you. Be sure that your race is an official race with results published on a publicly available website. Timed races can not be used as a qualifying race. You must have completed a qualifying race before registering.
Experience the brutal beauty of the Black Forest
Stunning forests
Unforgiving rocks
Breathtaking views
Soul Crushing Climbs








Our Story
Iron Forged Runners is a grassroots organization based in Pennsylvania, committed to fostering a passion for trail running. Our mission is to inspire runners by offering races that challenge their limits, encouraging personal growth and resilience through demanding and rewarding events. Additionally, we aim to raise awareness of the beauty and accessibility of Pennsylvania’s State Parks and Forests, encouraging more people to explore and appreciate these outdoor treasures.
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