2026

Harrisburg is the Capital of the Keystone State. Enjoy a walk past historical landmarks, through the Capital Complex and along the Susquehanna River.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Capital city of Pennsylvania

Year Round Walk

SN: 130534 - 2026 / Y0745

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Capitol dome
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Inside the capitol
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One of many grand bridges over the Susquehanna
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State government buildings
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when is the event

From Thu, Jan 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026

Start box available: 24/7 Walk only during daylight hours.

where is the event

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

The address/location to the Physical Start Box (PSB) for mapping services such as Google or Siri is as follows:

Hotel Hanna on the River, 525 South Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Anniversaries Hurrah

Par-For-The-Course

Step to the Beat

Walking the United States - Capitals

Walking with America's Veterans

CC: Dauphin County

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Event comments

The Capital trail goes around the Shipoke area, by the Railroad Station, thru the State Capitol Complex, by the PA State Museum, along a portion of the Capital Area Greenbelt. The 10k crosses the Susquehanna River to City Island, and then returns to the start.

conditions for the event

Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Easy

Wheelchairs: Medium

Event information

Walk during daylight hours. Lots of history to see and many new murals around town. The walk is entirely on paved surfaces. There are great views of the Susquehanna River. There is no fee for Guest walkers or children under 12. The Rovers pay these fees.

Awards: 'A' Award available

how to get to the event

Driving to the start box

525 South Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104. 717-233-1611 From I-83 take the Second St Exit, go staight at first traffic light (Paxton St), then get into the left lane. Turn left at the next traffic light (Washington St). Turn left at Front St. and get into the far right lane. At the next traffic light, turn right into the Hotel Hanna on the River's parking lot.

Maps phrase and directions link

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Hotel Hanna on the River, 525 South Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104

event sponsor

Susquehanna Rovers Volksmarch Club (AVA-0328)

Event website: www.avaclubs.org/SRVC/

point of contact

Click inside the box to send an email to the POC.