UltraTrax Bear Creek

You’re In. Welcome to UltraTrax Bear Creek.

On April 3, 2027, you’ll take on a full day of movement, challenge, and time on the trails at Bear Creek Mountain Resort.

Back for our third consecutive year, Bear Creek delivers a true mountain challenge through wooded trails, winding paths, and varied terrain across the resort. 

Whether you’re here to walk 7 miles or push all the way to 28, the challenge is yours to define.

10 hours. One 7-mile loop. Four distances. How far will you go?

Complete your goal within the 10-hour event window. Want another layer of challenge? Take it on with a 10, 20, or 35 lb. ruck or weighted vest.

The course will be clearly marked from start to finish, with bathrooms and well-stocked aid stations offering water, electrolytes, and snacks approximately every 2–3 miles.

Trek Day
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Macungie, PA

The start line is open between 7am-10am and is divided into corrals based on distance. 28 milers get started at 7am, 21 milers at 7:45am, 14 milers at 8:30am, and 7 milers at 9:15am.

UltraTrax is not a race, but it is a timed endurance event. You’ll have up to 10 hours to complete your chosen distance.

Move at your pace. Take breaks when you need them. Then keep going.

Bib Pickup

Your bib may be mailed to you in advance or picked up on event morning.

Participants registering after March 12, 2027 must pick up their bib in person.

Taking on the Ruck Challenge?
If you registered for a weighted division, you’ll need to bring your own ruck, backpack, or weighted vest.

Your pack will be weighed before you begin. Everything in the pack counts toward your required weight except perishable food and drinks.

What’s Waiting at the Finish
Finishers will receive:

• A custom UltraTrax finisher medal (Grey Wolf Medal for 28 and 21 milers, Trail Wolf Medal for 14 and 7 milers)
• UltraTrax event T-shirt
• UltraTrax patch
• Additional swag for weighted divisions

After your trek, stick around and enjoy the Base Camp atmosphere at Bear Creek. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, with indoor and outdoor space to recover, refuel, and celebrate with other participants.

Friends and family are welcome to join you at Base Camp.

What to Expect at Bear Creek
A True Mountain Experience
Travel through Bear Creek’s wooded mountain terrain on a mix of winding trails, double-track paths, and steady climbs. 

A Challenge You Choose
There is no single definition of success at UltraTrax. Walk your first 7 miles, chase 28, or add weight and see what you can carry.

Support Along the Way
Expect a well-marked course, stocked aid stations every 2–3 miles, bathrooms along the route, event staff, and a community of people working toward their own goals alongside you.

Parking
Complimentary parking is available onsite at Bear Creek Mountain Resort.

More detailed arrival, parking, course, and event-day information will be sent as Trek Day gets closer.

Move With Purpose
UltraTrax is all about spending more time outside, moving farther than you thought you could, and helping protect the places that make those experiences possible.

A portion of UltraTrax proceeds supports land conservation and organizations working to protect and maintain the trails and outdoor spaces we depend on.

You’re officially part of the pack! We’ll see you at Bear Creek. 
 

Located just feet away from the start line, Bear Creek Mountain Resort is a four-season destination retreat. With the mountains at your doorstep, you can bike, ski, hike, and explore the 330 wooded acres, or admire the view from our rustic-inspired lodge. Mountain view guest rooms and loft suites and everything in between. Start and end your day at the Hotel at Bear Creek, with cozy accommodations sleeping between two and 12 guests.