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

Gary, United States • 13 Sep 2026

Leon's Heroes Obstacle Course Race : Indiana Dunes National Park

Leon's Heroes Obstacle Course Race is scheduled for September 13, 2026, at the West Beach location of Indiana Dunes National Park, 376 N. County Line Rd., Gary, IN 46403, United States.

The event program includes multiple obstacle course events:

10k OCR, 6.2 miles
5K OCR, 3.1 miles
K9 OCR, 3.1 miles

The course design uses a diverse set of "landscapes" intended to represent a selection of the types of topographies where the military has fought. This design element is presented as a way of honoring military dedication and sacrifice.

Registration details are provided for prospective participants. Registration opens 10/1/2025 and closes 11/12/2025. The listed registration fee is $75.00 per entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Indiana Gary

Race information

Registration

6 mi

10k Ocr

3 mi

5k Ocr

3 mi

K9 Ocr

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

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