The Broken Rock Trail Runs take place on the rolling trails of Strouds Run State Park, located just outside the city of Athens, Ohio and within easy driving distance from most parts of the state. The trails feature a mix of hiking and single-track trails and scenic views overlooking the City of Athens, Dow Lake and the park's rich history. The Broken Rock begins at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning, October 14 during a beautiful Fall sunrise, continues through out the day, and finishes at 4:00 p.m. There is an 9-hour cut-off for the 50K and 8-hour cut-off for the 25K.

The course is primarily single track trail with a small portion (less than 10%) that is paved surface. The course has two parts - a "front portion" and "back portion". The 50K will complete both the front and back portions. The 25K will complete the front portion only. The 11K is a modified single track course and ideal for short course trail runners, ruckers and hikers

Race Day Details

Start Times:

• 50K: 8:00 am
• 25K: 8:15 am
• 11K: 8:30 am

Course Maps:

• Click here to view 50K Course Map
• Click here to view 25 Course Map
• Click here to view 11K Course Map

Race Fields

• Individual (Solo). Solo runners will run their respective distance continuously throughout the event.
• Duo Running. Ideal for those who don't want to run alone and want to take on the race with a friend. Each athlete receives a time but must start and finish their selected race distance together. Duo running category is for 25K and 50K only. Duo categories are Male, Female, and Mixed.

Athlete Check-in/Packet Pick-up

Athlete Check-in and packet pick-up will be located at the Start/Finish area at the Strouds Run Campground, located at Strouds Run Campground, 12981 Strouds Run Rd, Athens, OH 45701

Saturday Athlete Check-in/Packet Pick-Up: 6:30am - 8:15am

Drop Bag Area

Runners will have a designated area at the Start/Finish for a drop bag, tent, chairs, cooler with food/fluids, additional gear, etc. There will be gender-based changing tents available at the Finish.

Leave No Trace

To minimize trash on the trails, this is a a CUP-FREE RACE. This means that paper cups will not be provided for water and will only be available for Gatorade and soda. All runners will be responsible for carrying their own refillable hand-held bottle or hydration system. Runners will be required to throw their trash away in proper receptible before leaving the aid station. Any runner found intentionally leaving cups, gel wrappers, or other trash on the trail will be disqualified.

What you Get

Each participant receives a custom long-sleeve unisex tri-blend race tee (see 'Save a Tree" program), cotton gloves, and a custom Aravaipa Artworx finishers amenity or medal.

Awards will be awarded as follows:

• Top 3 Overall Male and Female finishers
• Top Male and Female finisher in the following age groups:
  • 29 & Under, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54. 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & over
• Top Duo - 50K & 25K (Male, Female, and Mixed Duo)

Timing

All participants are timed. Each lap is timed and time is accumulated for solo runners and as a team. We utilize the MyLaps timing system for timing and scoring.

Transfers, Refunds, and Injury Deferral

There are no refunds or transfers permitted. Injury deferral request will be honored until September 1 or 45 days prior to event. Injury deferral request must be made via email prior to 11:59 pm on August 1. Injury deferrals after this date will not be accepted. The event does provide RegistrationShield registration insurance as an optional purchase during the registration to cover injuries and other health matters preventing participation.

'Skip the Tee, Save a Tree'

We are thankful to have beautiful parks, such as Strouds Run State Park, for our trail races and the support of the Ohio State Parks. When you register for our trail races, you have the option to "Skip the Tee". The cost of your shirt will be donated to the Ohio State Parks Foundation - whose mission is to protect and enhance our Ohio State Parks.