Batavia, Ohio · Saturday, April 3, 2027
The Vernal Equinox 48-24-12-8 Hour Run is a running and ultra event held on Saturday, April 3, 2027. It is located at 5700 State Route 132 in Batavia, Ohio.
Welcome to Alpine Trail Race Series Season 3 (ATRS 3.0)
Race Course:
Join us and enjoy one of the most beautiful off-road trails in Cincinnati. French Park offers large meadow areas nestled inside the wooded perimeter, several trails, and a creek known for fossils, which wind through the park and will be part of the race course. If you're looking for elevation gain, French Park has you covered. French Park boasts the most elevation gain with 331 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is French Park Short Loop, which will get you 154 ft of elevation gain.
5K Race Route
10K Race Route ( 2 Loops of 5K route)
Half Marathon ( 2 loops of 2 different 5K course)
Note: We retain the right to change the race route as deemed necessary
Race Information:
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
BIB pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race start.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
Themed Races - All of our 5K runs and 10K runs have a fun theme.
Trail Running Series Awards - All runners will receive series points towards yearly series awards. Plus TRAVEL opportunity for the series winners, male and female. DETAILS CLICK HERE!
For Everyone - Runners and walkers are welcome.
Finisher Medal - All finishers will receive one of our fun-themed finisher medals.
Costume - It is not required to wear a costume, but it is encouraged.
Best Costume Award - We give out the best costume awards at every live race.
Small Race - Get to know other runners and walkers in your area.
Transfer - If you miss the race, you can transfer to another one of our races.
Monthly Races - Most races are held every month in Cincinnati.
Discount - To Promote Trail running among youths, we Offer 15% discount for anyone who is under 20.
Course Time Limit:
4 hours
Race Rules:
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.
ATRS Rules Regulations
The ATR Live Race Series runs yearly from March 1 to October 31. All participants are automatically enrolled in the series once they complete an ATR qualifying race. Qualifying races are any race events hosted by ATR and say they are part of the series. Points will be awarded in each age category, male and female, for each qualifying race. Only the top 3 participants with the most points for each age category, male and female, at the end of the series, will receive a series award. Points are awarded based on the table below. There will not be any ties. All times are based on gun times. Awards will be mailed out on December 1st.
Live Race Point Chart:
1st place = 20 points
2nd place = 18 points
3rd place = 16 points
4th place = 14 points
5th place = 12 points
6th place = 10 points
7th place = 8 points
8th place = 6 points
9th place = 4 points
10th place = 2 points
Participation Points = 2 points
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Dirt Days Trail Series - East Fork SP Trail Run
Sunday, July 26, 2026 8:30 am
East Fork State Park, Bethel, OH
The East Fork SP Trail Run is where the Dirt Days Trail Series all began. As the name states, the race will take place on the well-established Backpack Trail, at East Fork Lake State Park. The 5.6 mile course is densely wooded, and might give runners the feeling that they are on the Appalachian Trail. The course reverses direction each year. Note: Previously, this race was called the Backpack Trail Run but there was some confusion as to whether you had to wear a backpack for the race.
All registration will be done online including on race day.
We have added a "Trekker" category for those who would like to do the 10+ mile course but need extra time to finish. If you think that you need more than 2-2.5 hours to finish, we encourage you to consider the this option. You can start at 8:00 instead of 8:30. You will receive a time and credit for participation. Also, you can finish before all the food is gone!
New for 2026: We have added a Trekker category for the 5+ event as well.
Location:
East Fork Lake Ohio State Park
Link to East Fork State Park Web Page
GPS Coordinates to the beach: 39.016999, -84.133509
Important - Race begins and ends at the South beach on the SOUTH side of the lake. Use Route 125 and not Route 32.
Start Time:
The One-lap 5.4 Mile Race and the two-lap 10.6 Mile event will begin at 8:30 am.
We will also have a Trekker start beginning at 8:00. For those who need extra time or just want to start early, the trekker category is for you. We will record your time regardless of the distance that you run/walk. You will not score for the Dirty Dozen or race day competitive awards but you will count towards participation awards and random drawings.
We will begin to sweep the course around 9:30 so you must complete your first lap by then.
The Course:
As the name states, the race will take place on the well-established Backpack Trail, at East Fork Lake State Park.
The course reverses direction each year. Clockwise in even years. Counterclockwise in odd years. (Clockwise for 2026)
Individual Event Awards:
Age based awards for each event
Random prize drawings for each event. Plus, one pair of Altra shoes given out at random. No Duplicates (limit one pair per season)
Registration Fee:
Registration Fee: $23.50. Online Registration Only,
Kids 14 and under will receive a $5 discount at checkout.
Season Pass:
We offer a season pass for the entire Dirt Days Trail Series. One price covers all eight events. More information.
Race Day Registration and Check-In:
7:10 am.- through 8:15 am. Race day registration will be available online.
Trail Series Shirts:
Dirt Days Trail Series Shirts will be available for purchase at the Fleet Feet Tent on Race Day or with your registration for. $20
Details
Western Brown High School
476 West Main Street
Mt. Orab, Ohio
Packet Pick-Up and race day registration will begin at 6:45 a.m.
The fast and flat course will be Bronco Blvd., West Main St., Aaron Drive and back.
Refreshments will be available to all participants after the race.
Proceeds will be used by the current high school cross country teams and a college scholarship fund for use by former Western Brown Cross Country Runners.
The Little Miami Half Marathon and 10K is a flat and fast scenic half marathon run along the banks of the Little Miami River. Are you training for a fall marathon or half marathon? This race is a perfect tune-up! Plus, the entire course is run on a shaded bike path, which is a big bonus during Ohio’s humid summer months!
The race starts and finishes in Morrow, OH, just a few miles east of King’s Island, and travels through South Lebanon and Kings Mills. A killer tech shirt, chip timing and a party-like atmosphere at the finish are guaranteed to make this race a kickin’ good time!
Lace up your spikes and tear up the grass in this 2 mile Cross Country race, compete as an
individual or as part of a team!
High school and college athletes, compete with your teammates and test your summer fitness!
Local runners, compete as an individual or with your club and enjoy racing on grass again.
Spectators can watch free of charge, bring your family and friends out for a great summer
evening of Cross Country.
Verso l’Alto Track Club is a competitive Catholic men’s run club based in the greater Cincinnati
area. Inspired by St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, the club seeks to strive “to the heights” of running
and in faith.
Check out at the website https://versolaltotc.wixsite.com/verso
Roebling Runners started in Cincinnati in July 2018 when founder Andrew realized running needed more than miles, it needed community. The crew's philosophy is simple: connect, explore, achieve. Built on genuine connection across a shared city, Roebling Runners brings together around 20 runners from Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky who show up week after week. Tuesday mornings begin at Carabello Coffee at 6am, rolling toward the iconic bridge and back. Saturdays are for longer efforts starting right at the Roebling itself. Small and welcoming, this crew believes running is better when it brings people together.