Blue Marsh Lake Bridge

Race Date

Sat, March 7th 2026

A Back-to-Basics Trail Run

The Naked Bavarian.

No expensive swag. No flashy medals. No aging rockbands. Just pure trail running at Leesport's beautiful Blue Marsh Lake for a low entry fee. Perfect for beginners and veterans looking to start the season right.

Register for $39+
Leesport, PA
Blue Marsh Winter Trail

Race Day Info

Everything you need to know for Saturday morning at Blue Marsh Lake.

Location

Day Use Area, Lake View Pavillion
1420 Palisades Drive, Leesport, PA 19533

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Bib Pickup

Race day only at the Lake View Pavillion.

6:30 AM

The Start

7:30 AM: 40 Miler Start

8:00 AM: 20 Miler Start

Finish Line & Food

Awards handed out as you cross. Post-race food by our resident pastry chef.

6:00 PM Cutoff (All Distances)

Fueling & Navigation.

Comprehensive Aid Stations

Stationed every ~3 miles: Water, Gatorade, and a variety of snacks/carbs to keep you fueled.

Mile 3.5 6.5 10 13.5 16.5 20

Course Terrain & Layout

Located along the scenic trails of Blue Marsh Lake (North Side). The course is a "lollipop" configuration: 6.5 miles out, a 7-mile loop, and 6.5 miles back. 40-mile runners complete this twice with access to drop bags at mile 20.

Surface Mix

80% Single Track

20% Gravel Road

Elevation

20M: 2000ft

40M: 4000ft

Seasonal Difficulty

While the trails are runnable with only occasional rocks or roots, the March date means they may be snow-covered, icy, or muddy, which significantly increases the technical challenge.

Race Start
Awards
Aid Station
Runner

Old Fashioned Timing

We use traditional tear-off bib timing. Keep your bib visible on the front at all times. Note: You must finish the distance you registered for (no mid-race distance drops).

Refund Policy

Up to 30 days before race day: Refund minus $5 (send stamped self-addressed envelope to: Uberendurancesports,c/o NakedBavarianRF, 2137 Old Lancaster Pike, Reinholds, PA 17569). Under 30 days: All entries final. Bib transfers allowed up to 1 week prior with RD approval.

Finisher Rewards

All runners receive a German-style finisher memento. Awards for Top 3 Overall and Top 3 Age Group (39 & Under, 40-49, 50-59, 60+).