Lost Creek Orienteering - Troy

Lost Creek Orienteering - Troy

Lost Creek 2026 is an orienteering event hosted by the Miami Valley Orienteering Club at Lost Creek Reserve in Troy, Ohio. The event takes place on July 26 and is open to all ages with no prior experience required. Entry fee is $8.

Participants receive a detailed course map and use a compass to locate controls placed across varied park terrain. Each participant may take up to two hours to find controls on the course they choose. Courses are organized by navigation difficulty and experience level:

• White – Beginner
• Yellow – Novice
• Orange – Advanced
• Green/Red – Elite

Event services include chip timing, loaner compasses, high-quality course maps, and one-on-one beginner instruction. Activities proceed in all weather conditions, so attendees should dress appropriately for rain or shine. The venue address is 2645 State Rte 41, Troy, OH 45373, United States.

The format supports both timed competition and a noncompetitive course-style experience where participants navigate between checkpoints at their own pace. The event is listed under the competition category and combines outdoor navigation, route choice, and physical activity across the reserve. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.