The Muddy Duck

Lewis Center, United States • 4 Apr 2026

The Muddy Duck (Lewis Center, OH)

The Muddy Duck takes place on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the Rocks and Roots Trail in Alum Creek State Park, Lewis Center, Ohio. The event is organized by The Muddy Duck and uses the trail system that the organizers describe as built by runners for runners.

Distances offered:

  • 6K
  • 10K
  • 20K
  • 50K

Racing is held on looped sections of the Rocks and Roots Trail. The course uses a North Loop and a South Loop that alternate to reach the advertised distances. The 6K follows an abbreviated version of the North Loop, taking a shortcut at about the one mile mark and rejoining the main loop via an emergency access trail.

Entry fees increase by date, ranging from $45 through December 31 to $70 on race day. The event has a no refund and no bib transfer policy. Packet pickup is available before the event at Fleet Feet Columbus in Lewis Center during normal business hours, and packet pickup is also available on race day at the park. The 50K distance includes course closure and lap-start requirements to manage longer distance runners; course layout is subject to change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
20 km
20k
10 km
10k
6 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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