Lewis Center, Ohio · Saturday, August 8, 2026
The Last Buckeye Standing Backyard Ultra is a backyard ultra and ultra event held on Saturday, August 8, 2026. It is located at 4450 Africa Road in Lewis Center, Ohio.
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Join us at the HOOT! Run, hike, or volunteer!
In the early morning hours the elusive and fiercely predatory population of owls have haunted Rocks and Roots trail runners since time began.
Given their mysterious nocturnal habitats and often eerie vocalizations, owls are ripe fodder for superstitions. Owls have been considered omens of good luck, bad fortune, impending doom, wisdom, foolishness, evil and witchcraft, and even predictors of weather. Bizarre examples of owl mythology abound around the globe.
Behold the HOOT! While summer on the trails offers some of the best trail conditions, there is no shortage of challenge to be had! The rocks, the roots, and the heat of summer bring you our shortest distances, and the only half marathon we host on the trail.
When - Sunday, September 6th. All races start at 8am.
What - 10K, and Half Marathon Trail Race
Where - The Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park. The start of the race is located just off of Hollenback Rd and just south of the dog park(3993 Hollenback Rd Lewis Center, OH 43035).
Don't want to run, but want to be a part of the craziness? Click here to sign up to and get a Fleet Feet voucher for your help!
Cost - Our races typically sell out 2-6 weeks prior to race day. Please note: The Hoot has a NO REFUND and NO BIB TRANSFER policy for all events.
Through May 31st - $45
June 1st - June 30th - $50
July 1st – July 30th - $55
August 1st - August 31st - $60
September 1st - Race Day - $70
What do you get?
Epic trail race experience!
Event Shirt
Event Medal
Packet Pick Up
Packet pickup will be held at Fleet Feet Sports in Lewis Center before the event on Friday and Saturday of race week during normal business hours.
Race day packet pickup will beginning at 7am at the race site at Alum Creek State Park.
The Course - Course layout is subject to change. Click here to view the Rocks And Roots Trail Map!
The start of the race is located just off of Hollenback Rd and just south of the dog park (3993 Hollenback Rd Lewis Center, OH 43035). Watch for Fleet Feet arrows pointing you in the right direction!
North Loop is run first in clockwise direction for first 10K.
South Loop is run next in counter-clockwise direction for second 10K.
Additional 0.7ish mile loop is run next to complete the Half Marathon.
Cut-off Time
The course closes for all participants at 12:00pm. All Half Marathon participants must begin their 2nd lap before 9:45am. All Half Marathon participants must begin their final lap before 11:30am.
We invite you to join Central Ohio Primary Care for our "Run For The Health Of It" – a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile walk, happening on Monday, September 7, 2026. This fun, family-friendly event will take place at the Westerville Sports Complex, with participants enjoying the beautiful biking and running trails that surround the area.
For the past 15 years, Central Ohio Primary Care has hosted this event to benefit the communities we serve. All proceeds from the event directly support local initiatives that improve the physical and emotional well-being of underserved populations in central Ohio. Since its inception, we have granted nearly $1 million to local charities, making a lasting impact on our community.
Come be part of a great cause, enjoy the outdoors, and help make a difference in the lives of others!
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Join us at the Autumn Squatch! Run, Hike or Volunteer!
Lurking deep in the woods the Autumn Squatch awaits. Will you brave the elements to track him down??
Each year just as the season turns, hundreds of Squatch enthusiasts descend upon the woods of Alum Creek in search of the elusive Autumn Squatch. The first recorded sighting was in the fall of 2012, with multiple sightings over the years.
The Autumn Squatch is most commonly seen poking around the Rocks and Roots trail on late autumn nights as he passes through on his way south for the winter. To celebrate the coming of the Squatch we invite you to join us in hopes of catching a glimpse!
When - Sunday, November 1st. All races start at 8am.
What - 10K, 20K, or 50K Trail Race
Where - The Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park. The start of the race is located just off of Hollenback Rd and just south of the dog park(3993 Hollenback Rd Lewis Center, OH 43035).
Cost - Our races typically sell out 2-6 weeks prior to race day. Please note: The Autumn Squatch has a NO REFUND and NO BIB TRANSFER policy for all events.
Through August 15th - $45
August 16 – September 15 - $50
September 16 – October 15 - $55
October 16 – October 31 - $60
Race Day - $70
What do you get?
Epic trail race experience!
Event Shirt
Event Medal
Can't run, but want to be a part of the craziness? Click here to sign up and get a voucher for your help!
Packet Pick Up
Packet pickup will be held at Fleet Feet Sports in Lewis Center before the event on Friday and Saturdaybefore the race during normal business hours.
Race day packet pickup will beginning at 7am at the race site at Alum Creek State Park.
The Course - Course layout is subject to change. Click here to view the Rocks And Roots Trail Map!
The start of the race is located just off of Hollenback Rd and just south of the dog park (3993 Hollenback Rd Lewis Center, OH 43035). Watch for Fleet Feet arrows pointing you in the right direction!
North Loop is run first in clockwise direction for first 10K.
South Loop is run next in counter-clockwise direction for second 10K.
Loops alternate as needed to completion distance.
Cut-off Time
The course closes for 50Kers at 4:00pm (8 hour limit – 15:27 pace for 50K). All 50K participants must begin their 4th lap before 1:00pm. All 50K participants must begin their 5th and final lap before 2:20pm.