Leave No Trace Trail Half Marathon
Peninsula, United States • 5 Sep 2026
Leave No Trace – Camp Manatoc
Leave No Trace is a trail race held at Camp Manatoc on a high plateau with mostly single track trails that are open to the public only during Western Reserve Racing events. The course is technical, with frequent turns, varied terrain, many hills, and a finish that includes a final hill leading into the sprint to the line.
NEW for 2026 the event adds 15k and 5k distances alongside the half marathon.
Distances
- Half Marathon
- 15k
- 5k
The event is part of the Dirty Trail Series. Half marathon participants earn points in both the Dirty Trail Series and the Ohio Endurance Series. Organizers have special permission to allow participants to run or hike with dogs on the Camp Manatoc trails.
Swag for finishers includes a medal plus a choice among a triblend tee, a crossbody bag, an ice bandana, or a CVNP water bottle. Dirty Trail Series VIP members receive discounts on series races, shoe discounts at Vertical Runner, multiple swag options, and an invitation to the series awards party.
Donations collected at the event benefit Camp Manatoc, home of the Great Trail Council Boy Scouts of America. Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers and to the top three male and female finishers in five year age groups from 14 and under through 70 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.