The Buckeye Trail Blue Blaze Festival, taking place on the Buckeye Trail in Wayne National Forest, OH, offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K run/walk, 10 mile hike, or an overnight backpacking trek. For the running events – Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K – the Buckeye Trail course is marked by mile indicators, directional signs, and several aid stations. The route is hilly, coupled with some road sections. The Half Marathon boasts over 1,000 feet of elevation change. Participants are rewarded with event t-shirts. After the race, runners are encouraged to return to Shawnee where local merchants will offer food. Chip timing ensures accurate results. There are awards for the top male and female finishers in each event.
Trail, big finisher party, forested, some hills