Eastern States 100 sits deep in the PA Wilds—a vast, remote region of Northern Central Pennsylvania. If you’ve peeked at a map, you know it’s rugged, isolated, and dotted with deep hollows and canyons where cell service can vanish in an instant.
Cell Service
Even though coverage has improved in the last 10 years, it’s still hit or miss:
- AT&T? Forget it—just turn your phone off for the weekend.
- T-Mobile and Verizon? You’ll find some signal in the southern sections, but expect dead zones in the north (the night section).
No Ride-Share or Shuttle
Every year, people ask: “Is there an Uber, Lyft, or shuttle between aid stations?” The answer: nope. There’s no light passenger rail either. This is remote wilderness—be prepared to rely on your crew, your car, or your own two feet.
Car Rentals
Williamsport (36 miles from the start) is your best bet for renting a car. Pro Tip: Reserve early—the Little League World Series kicks off in Williamsport on August 13, and early arrivals overlap with race weekend.
No Car?
If you can’t rent a car, start planning now. Jump into our Facebook group and ask for a ride—someone might have room.
Train Service
- Altoona: 105 miles from start (1h 45m)
- Harrisburg: 125 miles (2h 15m)
Flying In?
- Williamsport (IPT) – Southern Airlines from Washington Dulles (36 miles from start)
- State College (SCE) – American and United from Chicago, Philly, and Dulles (60 miles)
- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP) – American, Breeze, and United from Charlotte, Chicago, D.C., Orlando, Philly, and Tampa (108 miles)
Adventure starts the moment you arrive—plan ahead, get creative, and embrace the remote beauty of Eastern States 100.