10K Loop added for 2026
We are going to be adding a 10K'ish loop in 2026. Details to come.
Accommodations
Cabins that sleep multiple people will be available to rent that are within yards of the start/finish line. There are also restrooms and showers to use before and after the race at the start/finish. For cabin rentals contact Camp Harmony via email harmony@campharmony.org or call 814-798-5885
About
Race Date: Saturday April 25, 2026 50K solo/relay & 30K will start @ 8:00AM. 10K will start at 9am.
*NOTE - YOU MUST REGISTER BY April 3rd, 2026 TO BE GUARANTEED SHIRTS.On the Dam Trail Races –
One Dam Good Trail Race
Along the pine-lined shores of Quemahoning Reservoir, a trail race waits that perfectly blends beauty, grit, and grassroots spirit. The name Quemahoning (pronounced Kwee-ma-hone-ing) comes from a Delaware Native American phrase meaning “a lick in the pines”—a place where water springs from the earth near towering pine trees. Today, that same landscape sets the stage for one of Pennsylvania’s most joyful trail running gatherings: The On the Dam Trail Race.
This event gives you a half dozen ways to take it on.
The signature 50K tackles two full loops around the reservoir and dam. Go solo if you’re feeling bold, or recruit your trail crew and conquer it as a relay team of two or four. Share the miles, share the suffering, and share the glory.
Looking for something shorter but still packed with adventure?
30K – A rolling forest chase around the reservoir
10K – A quick-and-dirty blast through the pines
All races begin at Camp Harmony, a serene woodland retreat that serves as race headquarters, packet pickup, and the start/finish celebration zone. From there you’ll disappear into the forests of the Laurel Highlands and Somerset County—a region sometimes called “America's County” for its deep historical and cultural roots.
The course itself is pure trail-runner bliss:
Buttery singletrack weaving through thick pine stands
Rolling hills and shaded valleys
Occasional rocky stretches to keep you honest
A few friendly stream crossings
Soft forest floors where every footfall feels...
It’s the kind of place that reminds you why you run trails in the first place.
For the full 50K, expect about 3,100 feet of elevation gain across two laps. Well-stocked aid stations and relay exchange points keep runners fueled and supported along the way.
Race day check-in begins 7:00 AM, with the start at 8:00 AM.
And when the miles are done, the celebration begins. Camp Harmony hosts a post-race bonfire and campfire-style feast, giving runners the chance to relax, swap stories, and celebrate the day’s effort under the trees.
Want to make a weekend of it?
Stay onsite Friday night with tent camping or rustic cabins just 100 yards from the start line. Crawl out of bed, lace up your shoes, and you’re ready to run. Afterward, onsite shower facilities mean you won’t have to ride home covered in trail dust.
Even better, your miles support a meaningful cause. Race proceeds help local children attend Camp Harmony church camps, while also supporting the Johnstown Running Club’s grassroots mission to grow running and outdoor recreation throughout the region.
Quemahoning Reservoir was originally built to power the steel mills of Johnstown’s industrial past.
Today, it powers your passion for wild places, hard miles, and the simple joy of trail running. 🌲🏃♂️
For questions regarding overnight accommodations, contact Camp Harmony via email
harmony@campharmony.org or call 814-798-5885.
For race questions, please contact the race director via email stephdaniels72@gmail.com
Also check out our Facebook page for additional info: On the Dam Trail: Quemahoning Relay Race
Relay Length
4-Person Relay
- Leg 1 - 9 Miles
- Leg 2 - 8 Miles
- Leg 3 - 7 miles
- Leg 4 - 10 miles See map for details.
Refunds, Deferrals & Bib Transfers
Refunds will not be given after January 1st, 2026. Deferral to the next year will be allowed until March 31st, 2026. Bib Transfers will be allowed until race day.
Race Cutoff
There is a 10 hour cutoff time limit.
Event's current local time: 1:21 PM ET
