North East Dryland Challenge
When is North East Dryland Challenge?
North East Dryland Challenge takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2026 in North East, PA.
What distances does North East Dryland Challenge offer?
North East Dryland Challenge offers 27 events: 4 Dog Rig - All Breed Pro, 4 Dog Rig - Registered Breed, 4 Dog Rig - Sport, 6 Dog Rig - All Breed Pro, 6 Dog Rig - Registered Breed, 6 Dog Rig - Sport, 2 Dog Bikejor - All Breed Pro, 2 Dog Bikejor - Registered Breed, 2 Dog Bikejor - Sport, 1 Dog Bikejor - All Breed Pro, 1 Dog Bikejor - Registered Breed, 1 Dog Bikejor - Sport, 2 Dog Scooter - All Breed Pro, 2 Dog Scooter - Registered Breed, 2 Dog Scooter - Sport, 1 Dog Scooter - All Breed Pro, 1 Dog Scooter - Registered Breed, 1 Dog Scooter - Sport, Men's Canicross - 1 Dog, Women's Canicross - 1 Dog, Junior Canicross - 1 Dog, Junior 3 Dog Rig, Junior 2 Wheeled (Bikejor or Scooter) - 1-2 Dogs, Fun Run - Saturday Only (Not timed), Camping - 1 Night, Camping - 2 Nights, Vendor/Photographer Fee.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dog Rig - All Breed Pro | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 4 Dog Rig - Registered Breed | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 4 Dog Rig - Sport | 3.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 6 Dog Rig - All Breed Pro | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 6 Dog Rig - Registered Breed | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 6 Dog Rig - Sport | 3.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 2 Dog Bikejor - All Breed Pro | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 2 Dog Bikejor - Registered Breed | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 2 Dog Bikejor - Sport | 3.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 1 Dog Bikejor - All Breed Pro | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 1 Dog Bikejor - Registered Breed | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 1 Dog Bikejor - Sport | 3.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 2 Dog Scooter - All Breed Pro | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 2 Dog Scooter - Registered Breed | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 2 Dog Scooter - Sport | 3.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 1 Dog Scooter - All Breed Pro | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 1 Dog Scooter - Registered Breed | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| 1 Dog Scooter - Sport | 3.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Men's Canicross - 1 Dog | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Women's Canicross - 1 Dog | 3.0 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Junior Canicross - 1 Dog | 3.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| Junior 3 Dog Rig | 3.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| Junior 2 Wheeled (Bikejor or Scooter) - 1-2 Dogs | 3.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| Fun Run - Saturday Only (Not timed) | 3.0 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| Camping - 1 Night | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Camping - 2 Nights | — | $30.00 | Register |
| Vendor/Photographer Fee | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does North East Dryland Challenge cost?
Registration for North East Dryland Challenge starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is North East Dryland Challenge held?
North East Dryland Challenge is held in North East, PA at 9843 Black Road.
About North East Dryland Challenge
The Pennsylvania Sled Dog Club is excited to host the fourth running of the North East Dryland Challenge! Join us to race around the beautiful Howard Eaton Reservoir in historic North East, PA on November 21-22, 2026. This year's race is sanctioned by the International Sled Dog Racing Association (ISDRA) and an accredited International Federation of Sled Dog Sports (IFSS) World Cup Race.
Pennsylvania Sled Dog Club Membership is required to participate in this race. Visit our membership page to join or enter this link into your browser: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/PennsylvaniaSledDogClub
Race weekend information is listed on the ISDRA event page: https://isdra.org/events/SB1FjXbKDZQM9kQqJRUu
A race information booklet will be emailed to all participants prior to the start of the race.
Competitors interested in competing in the ISDRA Championship Points Program and/or the IFSS World Cup must be members of each organization. Please visit the ISDRA and USFSS websites for more information regarding memberships.