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Date:
Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
3993 Hollenback Road
Delaware County, Ohio
43035
United States
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13.1 Miles 6.2 Miles Run Trail

Join us at the Muddy Duck! Get down in the muck and run like a duck!

We're not really sure what that line means but it sounds good so we are going with it! But for real, let's get muddy! With the coming of spring the foliage will be blooming, eggs will be hatching, and we'll be running!

The Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek is the only trail built by runners for runners! One of the unique elements of the trail is that every season brings new experiences on the trail. Our Winter Series is famous for it's bitter cold and snow! The Firefly pits runners against the dark of night. Hoot is HOT, and Squatch brings the best of the fall color change. Now with the Muddy Duck we encourage you to strap on your gators and get ready for a muddy, mucky run!

When - Saturday, April 4.

  • 10K, 20K, or 50K start at 8am.

  • 6K starts at 8:05ish

What - 6K, 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).

Can't run, but want to be a part of the fun? Volunteer! Click here to sign up and get a voucher for your help!

​Cost - Our races typically sell out 2-6 weeks prior to race day. Please note: The Muddy Duck has a NO REFUND and NO BIB TRANSFER policy for all events.

  • Through December 31st - $45

  • January 1st-31st - $50

  • February 1st-28th - $55

  • March 1st-31st - $60

  • April 1 through 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 Columbus in Lewis Center before the event on Thursday and Friday, during normal business hours. (F: 11 to 7, Sat: 10-6)

  • 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 second 10K.

  • South Loop is run next in counter-clockwise direction for first 10K.

  • Loops alternate as needed to completion distance.​

  • The 6K Loop is an abbreviated rendition of the north loop, taking a quick shortcut at the 1 mile mark. After about 100 meters on an emergency access trail runners rejoin the north loop running clockwise to the finish!

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.

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