Best of the West
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Ravenna, Ohio
- Price $76.90 - $92.95
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Best of the West event on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, in the beautiful Ravenna, Portage area! This special celebration marks the opening of the new Buckeye Trail section at West Branch State Park, recently designated as a State Trail by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, making it only the third trail in Ohio to receive such recognition.
Participants can choose between a marathon and a half marathon, with marathoners enjoying a scenic route around the eastern end of the lake, crossing the dam, and returning to the beach. Half marathoners will take a delightful turn at the halfway point and enjoy a shuttle back to the vibrant finish party at the beach. Surrounded by a stunning mix of deciduous and coniferous forests, West Branch State Park is a haven for wildlife and offers a refreshing escape for runners and nature lovers alike. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of celebration, community, and outdoor adventure!
Participants can choose between a marathon and a half marathon, with marathoners enjoying a scenic route around the eastern end of the lake, crossing the dam, and returning to the beach. Half marathoners will take a delightful turn at the halfway point and enjoy a shuttle back to the vibrant finish party at the beach. Surrounded by a stunning mix of deciduous and coniferous forests, West Branch State Park is a haven for wildlife and offers a refreshing escape for runners and nature lovers alike. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of celebration, community, and outdoor adventure!
Organiser's Description
We will be celebrating the new Buckeye Trail section at West Branch State Park. The Buckeye Trail has recently been designated a State Trail by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and is only the third trail to receive this recognition. This new section is the first of more to come!
West Branch State Park is predominantly forested with a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees. The forest is primarily oak-hickory and provides habitats for a diverse array of wildlife, including deer, foxes, raccoons, squirrels, pheasant, and songbirds. The dense canopy provides shade and cool temperatures in the warmer months making it perfect for hiking and running.
Marathoners will make their way around the eastern end of the lake crossing the dam and then continuing to the entrance to the campground before returning back to the beach. Half marathoners will finish at the turnaround and take a shuttle back to the finish party at the beach.
West Branch State Park is predominantly forested with a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees. The forest is primarily oak-hickory and provides habitats for a diverse array of wildlife, including deer, foxes, raccoons, squirrels, pheasant, and songbirds. The dense canopy provides shade and cool temperatures in the warmer months making it perfect for hiking and running.
Marathoners will make their way around the eastern end of the lake crossing the dam and then continuing to the entrance to the campground before returning back to the beach. Half marathoners will finish at the turnaround and take a shuttle back to the finish party at the beach.
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