Lake Of The Woods 50K

Farmersville, United States • 7 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Lake Of The Woods 5k & 50K takes place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Farmersville, Ohio (3939 Swartzel Rd). The event includes these distances:

  • 5k Trail Run and 5k Ruck
  • 50k Trail Run and 50k Ruck

Entry fees change after November 29, 2025: early bird pricing applies through that date and higher prices apply afterward. Runners and ruckers who register receive a 2025 poster, a drawstring bag, and a finisher medal. A hooded pullover is available for pre-order for an additional fee until January 23.

Course and facilities

The course is a loop that goes through woods and around a lake. The 5k is one loop; the 50k is ten loops. Trails are described as wide and passable and include hills and a shallow creek crossing. There are two aid stations on course: a main aid at the start/finish and one roughly halfway. The main aid station is at an outdoor shelter and will serve hot soup and mashed potatoes throughout the day. The campground has a shower house with heated restrooms when facilities are not winterized, plus two port-a-potties at the main aid and a bonfire area.

Entry requirements and logistics

The 50k has a 10-hour cutoff. Ruckers must carry a minimum of 25 lb and will be weighed at packet pick up; weighted vests are not allowed. Parking is at the campground, and the walk from parking to the clubhouse is under a quarter mile. The event runs in all weather conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k Trail Run
50 km
50k Ruck
5 km
5k Ruck
5 km
5k Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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