Topo Trail Marathon Half and Quarter Marathon

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Date

Dec 7, 2025

Starting Time

9:15 AM

Course

Trail

Fees

$45+

Location

Bethel

Participants

1-100

Terrain

Some Hills

Environment

Park Run

Temperature
High: 44°
/ Low: 27°
Overview

The Topo Trail Marathon on December 1st and 2nd, 2024, takes place in Bethel, Ohio. The event happens in East Fork State Park, featuring three race options: a 6.55-mile (Quarter), a 13.1-mile (Half), and a 26.2-mile (Full). The 6.55-mile loop, entirely on single track mountain bike trail, takes runners through the park. The start/finish aid station that has water, Gatorade, bananas, and snacks, and there are other stations along the route with just water. The entry fee includes professional chip timing, portable restrooms, a long-sleeve race t-shirt, a pint glass, and a finisher medal. Marathon racers have the chance to win prize money.

The schedule for the day starts with Packet Pick Up (no race day registration) from 7:00 am to 8:30 am. There is a Pre-Race Meeting at 8:45 am, with the race start at 9:00 am for Full, 9:15 am for Half, and 9:30 am for Quarter. The race cutoff is at 3:00 pm, with racers not permitted to start any lap after 3 pm.

Trail, forested, park run

Course Description

Join us for a thrilling weekend of trail running at the Topo Trail Marathon on December 2 and 3. Kick-off the excitement on Saturday with Racer Packet Pickup and last-minute registration from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Buckeye Running in Anderson.
Sunday promises a day filled with trail adventure, starting with Packet Pick Up (no race day registration) from 7:00 am to 8:30 am. Engage in a Pre-Race Meeting at 8:45 am, setting the stage for the Race Start at 9:00 am for Full, 9:15 am for Half, and 9:30 am for Quarter. The Race Cutoff is at 3:00 pm, with racers not permitted to start any lap after 3 pm.
The Topo Trail Marathon unfolds on the East Fork State Park mountain bike trails, featuring three race options: a 6.55-mile (Quarter), a 13.1-mile (Half), and a 26.2-mile (Full). The captivating 6.55-mile loop, entirely on singletrack, promises a challenge for all. Waterstops strategically placed at mile 2, mile 4.5, and mile 6.55 ensure a well-hydrated run.

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