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Alum Creek Trail Race

Name: Alum Creek Trail Race
Start: 2026-04-18
End: 2026-06-06
Location: Lewis Center

Lewis Center, United States • 18-6 Apr-Jun 2026

Alum Creek Trail Race

As part of the 2026 Wolf Pack Spring Trail Series, the Alum Creek event takes place within Alum Creek State Park in Lewis Center, Ohio. This location is recognized as an award winning Ohio State Park. The event focuses on trail running through natural landscapes on a designated course.

The event offers the following race distance:

The course is professionally marked and timed. Runners have access to support through aid stations positioned along the route. Every participant receives a selection of event items, including a souvenir race medal, a custom race bib, and a custom race sticker.

Following the completion of the trail run, a finish line beverage is provided to participants. There is also an option for runners to purchase a discounted race shirt. Registration for the event includes these services and items within the set fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Lewis Center

Race information

Website Registration

5 km

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Memorial Day Fun Run @ Caesar Creek

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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