Poconos Spartan Event Weekend - Palmerton, Pennsylvania - Obstacle & Mud Runs

The Poconos Spartan Event Weekend is a Obstacle & Mud Runs race in Palmerton, Pennsylvania consisting of a Sprint - 5K - 20 Obstacles (Short) and Super - 10K - 25 Obstacles (Intermediate) and Kids Obstacle Race.

In Palmerton, you'll scale Pennsylvania's Blue Mountain, which has tested Spartans year after year and is one of our longest standing venues for a reason. Run in and out of dense forests as you scale the rugged hill designed to test even elites. If you're strong and determined enough, you'll be rewarded with amazing views of the Poconos from the top a" and then your challenging descent begins. Don't race alone. Invite your friends and family to cheer you on. Spectators can take the chair lift ride to the top for jaw-dropping views of the course and surrounding area. Put yourself to the test at this amust racea event.

This weekend also features Spartan Trail Race.


All finishers receive a T-shirt, medal and professional photos, and every registration comes with access to the Spartan Account to track your tickets, race results, photos, teams, and challenges.

Spartan Sprint is a 5 km, 20 obstacle race that will change your life. This is our signature race type, a fast-paced adventure through rugged terrain built for new and returning racers alike. It's the perfect gateway into the world of Spartan. The Sprint is a Spartan Trifecta eligible event.

Spartan Super is a 10 km, 25 obstacle race that blends speed, endurance and technical skill. Supers are built to always keep you guessing, testing your athleticism and mental fortitude over rugged terrain. This race separates athletes from Spartans. The Super is a Spartan Trifecta eligible event.

Spartan Kids is a series of obstacle course races a ranging from 800m to 3.2km a specifically designed to get your kids (ages 4-14) outside, feeling accomplished and having fun. They'll run, jump and crush their way through obstacles, just like the adults.