Buckeye Moon Trail Runs

Galena, United States • 9 Aug 2025

The Buckeye Moon Trail Runs is a unique night trail running event held at Alum Creek State Park in Galena, Ohio. Scheduled for the evening of August 9, 2025, it offers multiple distance options: 7K, 13K, 20K, and 26K, corresponding to 1 to 4 laps of a 4.167-mile moderately rolling figure-8 loop trail. The course features wide trails with scenic nighttime views of Alum Creek Reservoir, marked by small LED lights for navigation.

Participants must wear headlamps or running lights. The event includes electronic chip timing, commemorative finisher medals, awards for top finishers, and a festive celebration area where runners pass each lap. Parking is available at the Galena Boat Ramp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 km
26k (16.167m)
20 km
20k (12.167m)
13 km
13k (8.167m)
7 km
7k (4.167m)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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