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Ignite Trail Marathon

Name: Ignite Trail Marathon
Start: 2026-12-12
End: 2026-12-12
Location: Albion

Albion, United States • 12 Dec 2026

Ignite Trail Marathon

The Ignite Trail Marathon takes place at Chain O'Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana. This event is part of the Ignite Trail series and functions as the RRCA Indiana State Championship Race. Participants navigate a course designed as a 13.1 mile loop within the state park grounds.

The event offers two distinct distances:

26.2 Miles (two loops)
13.1 Miles (one loop)

Runners have a total time limit of 8 hours to complete their chosen distance. The course features three aid stations positioned along the route. These stations are organized in collaboration with local Cross Country teams to support their fundraising efforts.

Registration for the event closes approximately one week before the race date. There is no registration available on the day of the race. The event is held at 2355 E 75 S in Albion, providing access to the natural trails of the Chain O'Lakes area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Indiana Albion

Race information

Registration

26 mi

Ignite Trail Marathon

13 mi

Ignite Trail Half Marathon

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

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