About the Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race
The course runs through Alum Creek State Park on a trail system known for its rocks and roots, and the name is not just branding. Summer conditions mean the technical footing is paired with heat, so this is not a course that lets you zone out. The route loops north first, then south, with a short connector segment for the half marathon distance.
Packet pickup runs at a local running store in Lewis Center across the couple of days before the race, during normal business hours, with race-morning pickup available at the park. The start is just off Hollenback Road, near the dog park, so parking and orientation are straightforward once you find that turn.
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Distances & Start Times
13.1 Miles9/6/2026 08:00$55
6.2 Miles9/6/2026 08:00$55
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