MuleSkinner Endurance Races

Event Description

As with all of the beautiful Muleskinner races to date, the 2026 MuleSkinner course will be a slight modification from the previous years. This is due to the never ending repairs taking place at certain places along the towpath. Regardless, the amazing views and super easy non technical nature of the tow path remains. That said, we are tentatively planning on running the race on the Pa side of the river this year. The alternative course will be a hybrid of NJ and Pa towpaths like previous years races. Great first easy trail marathon or ultra marathon with generous cutoffs, well stocked aid stations and amazing views during the entire run. The Half Marathon distance will be back for 2026 as well!!

Registration

Registration for the 2026 MuleSkinner will open May 29th and closes Sept 19th.

Awards

All runners finishing within the allotted finish times will receive a custom MuleSkinner Medal for their distance completed and a MuleSkinner tech running shirt. Top 3 Women and Men finishers will receive separate special awards. Last finisher of the 50 mile race who finishes within the allotted time frame will be presented with the coveted Stubborn Mule Award. Medals and top three finishers' awards will be awarded as runners complete their races.

Local Lodging & Camping

There are numerous fantastic B&Bs near the race as well as many AirBnB options. Nearby towns are Frenchtown, Tinicum (Bucks County), Erwinna, Upper Black Eddy, New Hope, Doylestown, Buckingham, Stockton and Point Pleasant (Pa). Runners wishing to camp onsite the night before the race may find camping sites at Tinicum Park the night before the race. The camping area is 100 yards away from the Start & Finish Line. These are not RV sites…just really sweet tent sites! Camping and Reservations info can be found at http://www.buckscounty.org/government/ParksandRecreation/PermitApplications/

Giving Back

Supporting local nonprofits who work to preserve the special landscapes that we hold our races in is a key element in all Spirit Trips races. These non-profits' ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the scenic beauty and historic character of the canals and tow paths is commendable and deserving of our support. A portion of all race registration fees will be donated to these organizations and we encourage all participants to do what they’re able to beyond our donations. These organizations are truly worth it. Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor www.canals.org

Volunteers

The MuleSkinner endurance races welcomes the assistance of volunteers who may not want to run but just want to be part of the energy and fun. Volunteers will receive race credit for future registrations.

Media & Sponsorship Inquiries and Opportunities

Any media or sponsorship questions or thoughts should be directed to: [email protected]