The Allegheny 100 Challenge is an unsupported hiking event in which participants attempt 25, 50, 75, or 100 miles.
This annual event takes place on the 100-mile section of North Country National Scenic Trail through the Allegheny National Forest in Northern Pennsylvania. It it organized by volunteers of the NCTA Allegheny National Forest Chapter, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service.
This year’s event will be held June 6-8, and participants will travel south to north. Individuals challenge themselves to complete their chosen mileage in 50 hours. Participants are encouraged to carefully choose their mileage goals, as no transportation is guaranteed except the shuttle from your chosen end point to the starting line. Also, consider time, energy, and the possibility of injury. In 2024, 51 hikers completed 25 miles; 90 completed 50 miles; eight completed 75 miles; and 36 completed 100 miles.
Additional Information
- A-100 FAQ
- Walk-ins: There is no waitlist, but walk-in registrants will be accepted at the start of the event. Walk-ins need to pay the $80 event fee in cash, since there will be no internet to run credit cards. Walk-ins are also responsible for their own transportation; they will not be able to take the shuttle and they are not guaranteed an event t-shirt.
- Trailhead Parking: In 2025, the challenge will run south to north.
- Waiver: A completed waiver form must be submitted at check-in.
- Participant Age: Those younger than 18 years old by the first day of the challenge must hike with an adult (18 or older). Minors must provide that adult’s name at the time of registration, and the event waiver must be signed by a parent or guardian.