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Glacial Esker 24 Hour Trail Race

Name: Glacial Esker 24 Hour Trail Race
Start: 2027-04-24
End: 2027-04-25
Location: Albion

Albion, United States • 24-25 Apr 2027

Glacial Esker 6‑12‑24 Hour Trail Race

Glacial Esker is a set of timed trail events held in Albion, IN on a multi‑day weekend in April. The course is a continuous 3.55 mile loop with the aid station located at the start and finish area. Only full loops are counted toward each participant's mileage total.

Events offered include:

6 Hour timed event on a 3.55 mile loop.
12 Hour timed event on a 3.55 mile loop.
24 Hour timed event on a 3.55 mile loop.

With 30 minutes remaining in each timed event, the course opens an additional 1/8 mile out and 1/8 mile back section so participants can add extra distance to their totals. Registration opens on 2026-05-01; registration closes prior to the event and there is no day of race registration. Event fees vary by distance and are set by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Indiana Albion

Race information

Website Registration

Glacial Esker 12 Hour - 8am Start

Glacial Esker 12 Hour - 8pm Start

Glacial Esker 24 Hour

Glacial Esker 6 Hour

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

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