ERC Turkey Trot
When is ERC Turkey Trot?
ERC Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Erie, PA.
What distances does ERC Turkey Trot offer?
ERC Turkey Trot offers 3 events: 5k Race, 10k Race, Both 10k Run and 5k Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Race | 3.10686 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| 10k Race | 6.21371 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| Both 10k Run and 5k Run | 9.32057 mi | $18.00 | Register |
How much does ERC Turkey Trot cost?
Registration for ERC Turkey Trot starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is ERC Turkey Trot held?
ERC Turkey Trot is held in Erie, PA at Presque Isle State Park- Beach 1.
About ERC Turkey Trot
Classic 5k and 10k events to celebrate the harvest. Burn calories to earn space for dinner later in the day. Put your dinner in the oven, come run or walk your race, celebrate with many of your running friends, and go home to enjoy the day. Pre-race packet pickup will be at Erie Fitness Now. Reminder that this is the first race of the winter series. You must volunteer or finish the Turkey Trot, NYD and St. Patrick's Day race to qualify.
Of Critical Importance:
In years past, we have had a problem with folks crossing into the traffic lane to get around slower runners. This is a safety hazard and endangers the event itself. In short, if we don't cut it out, we'll lose the ability to hold the event at Presque Isle at all. If we don't fix it, we won't have it.
Check out the "Corrals" page for more information
Don't try to park at Beach 1.
The parking lots at Beach 1 will not be open for parking due to traffic problems of 10K runners leaving after the race, the shuttle busses will start at 6:30 AM. You will not be able to enter the beach 1 parking lot unless you are a volunteer at beach 1.
Race information emails will begin a few days before the race.
Don't forget to come to the after party at Rainbow Gardens
Race Maps
Description: Start on main road, just north of Beach 1 parking lot. Head north 1.5 miles (about) to Lake Road access. Turn left onto Lake Road and head south to the finish line. Runners have the left-hand lane of the main road, so be cautious.
Special Note: There is no place where you run against other runners.
Description: Start on main road, well north of Beach 1 parking lot, just south of the Vista 2 parking lot crossover. (0.2 miles north of 5k start). . Head north 1.3 miles (about) to Lake Road access. Turn left onto Lake Road and head south to the finish line. DO cross the finish line on the first lap. Continue south to Beach 1 lot crossover, turn left back onto main road and complete a second loop. North to Lake Road, left onto Lake Road, south to finish line 2nd time.
Special Note for 10k: DO cross the finish line twice. Your second crossing of the finish line is the time that counts.