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Powder Keg Trail Run

Name: Powder Keg Trail Run
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: Mason

Mason, United States • 22 Aug 2026

Powder Keg Trail Run - Carter Park

Powder Keg is part of the Dirt Days Trail Series and takes place on August 22, 2026 at Carter Park, 1720 King Ave, Kings Mills, OH. The event is the sixth leg of the series and is presented by Deerfield Township and The Arts Alliance.

The course uses the trails around the Historic Kings Mansion. The loop descends toward the Little Miami River, follows the old abandoned King Road, passes an old dam, and includes a climb known locally as the "Stairway to Heaven." The route continues through north-side park trails and around nearby ball fields. Race distance is listed as 3.5 miles; actual mileage may vary.

Distances

3.5 miles Run
3.5 miles Walk

Logistics and amenities include ample free parking at the adjacent school, online registration only, and a registration fee of $23.50 with a $5 discount for children 14 and under. Short sleeved event T-shirts are available for $12 while supplies last. Awards include overall male and female runner and walker honors plus age group awards presented after the race. Randomly drawn door prizes are offered and winners must be present to accept them. There is no paper registration and no early packet pick up for this event. A season pass option covers all eight events in the Dirt Days Trail Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Mason

Race information

Registration

4 mi

Run

4 mi

Walk

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

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