The Little Miami Trail Challenge
Yellow Springs, United States • 9-10 May 2026
The Little Miami Trail Challenge @ John Bryan
The event takes place May 9-10, 2026 at John Bryan State Park, Lower Shelter House, Yellow Springs, OH. It is a Wolf Pack trail event offering multiple race formats over the weekend, including a timed multi-hour challenge and a relay. A 2026 Pack Pass option provides entry into all 2026 Wolf Pack events and is valid until 12/31.
- 1/2 Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- 20K Relay
- 6 Hours of Power
- 2026 Pack Pass (entry into all 2026 events)
Course and race details
All races start and finish at the Lower Stone Shelter. The half marathon is two loops with an elevation gain of 650 ft. The 10K is one loop with 325 ft elevation gain. The 5K is one loop with 180 ft elevation gain. The event is on trail and mixed terrain, and the course will be marked with color-coded flags, cones, and arrows. There is one water station on the half marathon and 10K routes; the half marathon also has aid at the Start/Finish before the second loop.
On-site check-in and a pre-race meeting are scheduled before races; participants receive a bib and race sticker. Race registration includes a race bib, a finishers medal, timing with posted results and a points system, sponsor products, and aid station support. The event is permitted under a special use authorization from John Bryan State Park. Registration details and prices are provided for each event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.