Topo Trail Marathon Races
- Date Sun 6th December 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Bethel, Ohio
- Price $33.55 - $81.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at the Topo Trail Marathon Races, taking place on Sunday, December 6, 2026, in the beautiful Bethel, Clermont area. This exciting event offers something for every running enthusiast, featuring three race distances: the 6.55-mile Quarter race, the 13.1-mile Half marathon, and the ultimate challenge of the 26.2-mile Full marathon. Set against the stunning backdrop of the East Fork State Park mountain bike trails, participants can enjoy a scenic, singletrack course that promises to be both challenging and rewarding.
Race day kicks off with packet pick-up from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, followed by a pre-race meeting at 8:45 AM. The Full marathon starts at 9:00 AM, the Half at 9:15 AM, and the Quarter at 9:30 AM, with all racers required to complete their laps by the 3:00 PM cutoff. Runners will be well-supported with multiple water stops along the course, and all finishers will receive a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. With discounted registration fees available until September 30, now is the perfect time to secure your spot
Race day kicks off with packet pick-up from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, followed by a pre-race meeting at 8:45 AM. The Full marathon starts at 9:00 AM, the Half at 9:15 AM, and the Quarter at 9:30 AM, with all racers required to complete their laps by the 3:00 PM cutoff. Runners will be well-supported with multiple water stops along the course, and all finishers will receive a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. With discounted registration fees available until September 30, now is the perfect time to secure your spot
Organiser's Description
Topo Trail Marathon Weekend Schedule
Sunday, December 6
Packet Pick Up (no race day registration) -- 7:00 am to 8:30 am
Pre Race Meeting -- 8:45 am
Race Start -- 9:00am for Full, 9:15am for Half, 9:30am for Quarter
Race Cutoff -- 3:00pm
racers will not be permitted to start any lap after 3pm
About the race
The Topo Trail Marathon will be held on the East Fork State Park mountain bike trails. There will be a 6.55 mile (Quarter) race, a 13.1 mile (Half) race, and a 26.2 mile (Full) race, something for everyone!
The course will be a 6.55 mile loop, 100% on singletrack. 1 lap for the Quarter, 2 laps for the Half, and 4 laps for the Full. Waterstops at mile 2, mile 4.5, and mile 6.55.
The waterstop at the start/finish will be fully stocked with water, Gatorade, bananas, and salty snacks. All other aid stations will have water and Gatorade only. Topo Buffs will be given to anyone who registers after the T Shirt deadline of Nov 14.
Registration (Discounted prices until Sept 30)
Quarter: $30
Half: $45
Full: $75
The entry fee includes professional chip timing, portable restrooms, long sleeve race t shirt (t-shirt deadline is November 14), pint glass, and finisher medal. Anyone who
Awards
Finisher Medal for all finishers
Directions to East Fork State Park
Take I275 to the Route 125 exit. Go East on Route 125 for approx. 10 miles to the East Fork State Park main entrance (Do not follow signs to the Campground). Turn Left on S. Bantam Road, turn left into the park and turn left again onto Park Road 2. Follow Park Road 2, the Indian Mound Picnic Area will be on your right.
Lodging
A block of rooms at a local hotel will be available closer to the race
There are also several motels at the SR125 exit off of I-275, about 15 miles from the start/finish.
Motel Beechmont - 513-752-1800
Comfort Inn and Suites - 513-947-0100
East Fork State Park also has a full service campground, visit the park website for campground information
Any additional information regarding the race will be posted on this website as the race date gets closer.
Sunday, December 6
Packet Pick Up (no race day registration) -- 7:00 am to 8:30 am
Pre Race Meeting -- 8:45 am
Race Start -- 9:00am for Full, 9:15am for Half, 9:30am for Quarter
Race Cutoff -- 3:00pm
racers will not be permitted to start any lap after 3pm
About the race
The Topo Trail Marathon will be held on the East Fork State Park mountain bike trails. There will be a 6.55 mile (Quarter) race, a 13.1 mile (Half) race, and a 26.2 mile (Full) race, something for everyone!
The course will be a 6.55 mile loop, 100% on singletrack. 1 lap for the Quarter, 2 laps for the Half, and 4 laps for the Full. Waterstops at mile 2, mile 4.5, and mile 6.55.
The waterstop at the start/finish will be fully stocked with water, Gatorade, bananas, and salty snacks. All other aid stations will have water and Gatorade only. Topo Buffs will be given to anyone who registers after the T Shirt deadline of Nov 14.
Registration (Discounted prices until Sept 30)
Quarter: $30
Half: $45
Full: $75
The entry fee includes professional chip timing, portable restrooms, long sleeve race t shirt (t-shirt deadline is November 14), pint glass, and finisher medal. Anyone who
Awards
Finisher Medal for all finishers
Directions to East Fork State Park
Take I275 to the Route 125 exit. Go East on Route 125 for approx. 10 miles to the East Fork State Park main entrance (Do not follow signs to the Campground). Turn Left on S. Bantam Road, turn left into the park and turn left again onto Park Road 2. Follow Park Road 2, the Indian Mound Picnic Area will be on your right.
Lodging
A block of rooms at a local hotel will be available closer to the race
There are also several motels at the SR125 exit off of I-275, about 15 miles from the start/finish.
Motel Beechmont - 513-752-1800
Comfort Inn and Suites - 513-947-0100
East Fork State Park also has a full service campground, visit the park website for campground information
Any additional information regarding the race will be posted on this website as the race date gets closer.
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