The Haunted Forest Marathon
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Canal Fulton, Ohio
- Price $38.10 - $91.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling experience at the 6th Annual Haunted Forest Marathon on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Canal Fulton, Stark! This family-friendly, themed event is perfect for runners of all levels, featuring a full marathon (26.2 miles), a half marathon (13.1 miles), and a fast-paced 5K (3.1 miles). Participants will enjoy a unique running experience, starting on the road and transitioning to hard-packed crushed limestone and blacktop, with only 57 feet of elevation gain throughout the marathon course.
This race is not only a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself but also a great Boston qualifier, with 18% of participants in 2025 achieving their qualifying times! Plus, if you qualify on race day, you’ll earn a second medal as a reward. Don't miss out on the excitement of awards handed out throughout the morning and the chance to join in on the fun with the "Smash the PR Pumpkin" activity, where you can celebrate your personal bests. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable day filled with spirited competition and community camaraderie!
This race is not only a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself but also a great Boston qualifier, with 18% of participants in 2025 achieving their qualifying times! Plus, if you qualify on race day, you’ll earn a second medal as a reward. Don't miss out on the excitement of awards handed out throughout the morning and the chance to join in on the fun with the "Smash the PR Pumpkin" activity, where you can celebrate your personal bests. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable day filled with spirited competition and community camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE 6TH ANNUAL HAUNTED FOREST MARATHON WEEKEND
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FAMILY FRIENDLY / THEMED EVENT FEATURING A FULL MARATHON (26.2 MILES), A HALF MARATHON (13.1 MILES), AND 5K (3.1 MILES).
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FIRST MILE ON THE ROAD / REMAINDER OF THE RACE ON HARD PACKED CRUSHED LIMESTONE AND BLACKTOP. MARATHON HAS A TOTAL OF 57 FEET OF ELEVATION OVER THE 26.2 MILE DISTANCE!
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A GREAT BOSTON QUALIFIER WHICH INCLUDES A SECOND MEDAL IF YOU QUALIFY ON RACE DAY. 18% OF OUR 2025 MARATHON PARTICIPANTS QUALIFIED FOR BOSTON.
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AWARDS HANDED OUT ON A ROLLING BASIS THROUGHOUT THE MORNING
* NEW 5K course that is MUCH FASTER!
DON'T FORGET OUR "SMASH THE PR PUMPKIN" ACTIVITY IF YOU RUN A PERSONAL BEST ON OUR COURSE.
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FAMILY FRIENDLY / THEMED EVENT FEATURING A FULL MARATHON (26.2 MILES), A HALF MARATHON (13.1 MILES), AND 5K (3.1 MILES).
*
FIRST MILE ON THE ROAD / REMAINDER OF THE RACE ON HARD PACKED CRUSHED LIMESTONE AND BLACKTOP. MARATHON HAS A TOTAL OF 57 FEET OF ELEVATION OVER THE 26.2 MILE DISTANCE!
*
A GREAT BOSTON QUALIFIER WHICH INCLUDES A SECOND MEDAL IF YOU QUALIFY ON RACE DAY. 18% OF OUR 2025 MARATHON PARTICIPANTS QUALIFIED FOR BOSTON.
*
AWARDS HANDED OUT ON A ROLLING BASIS THROUGHOUT THE MORNING
* NEW 5K course that is MUCH FASTER!
DON'T FORGET OUR "SMASH THE PR PUMPKIN" ACTIVITY IF YOU RUN A PERSONAL BEST ON OUR COURSE.
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123 Tuscarawas St NW, Canal Fulton, 44614, OH, United States
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