About the Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k
The course runs along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, starting at Summit Lake. The trail is a converted historic canal path, so the surface is packed and relatively even underfoot, with the kind of open corridor that keeps the route straightforward from start to finish. The race honors veterans and raises money for ongoing trail development in the area.
The start is at Summit Lake, which gives you a clear landmark to aim for on race morning. Post-race, this event is part of a local race series, so the gathering tends to draw runners who know each other from the circuit.
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Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles11/7/2026 09:00$40
Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k - UNTIMED11/7/2026 09:00$40
VETERAN Apex Skin Towpath Freedom 5k11/7/2026 09:00$30
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Not sure what to aim for? The 5K pace chart lists the pace for every finish time.
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