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Leon's Heroes Obstacle Course Race

Name: Leon's Heroes Obstacle Course Race
Start: 2026-09-13
End: 2026-09-13
Location: Gary

Gary, United States • 13 Sep 2026

Event Overview

Leon's Heroes Obstacle Course Race takes place on September 13, 2026 at the West Beach location within Indiana Dunes National Park in Gary, Indiana. The address is 376 N. County Line Rd. The event features obstacle course races designed to reflect diverse terrains reminiscent of landscapes where military forces have operated, created as a tribute to military dedication and sacrifice.

Distances

Participants can register for one of three events:

10k OCR
5K OCR
K9 OCR

All events are open to participants aged 13 to 99. The registration price for each event is $105, with a noted price increase after September 11, 2026. A link to results from a previous K9 event is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Indiana Gary

Race information

Registration

6 mi

10k Ocr

3 mi

K9 Ocr

3 mi

5k Ocr

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

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