Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K
- Date
- November 1, 2026
- Distance
- 10K · 20K · 50K
From the Organizer
Join us at the Autumn Squatch!
The founder of social distancing is back at it again this year. Lurking deep in the woods he waits. Will you brave the elements to track down the Autumn Squatch?!!
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.
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Through August 15th - $45
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August 16 – September 15 - $50
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September 16 – October 15 - $55
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October 16 – October 31 - $60
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Race Day - $70
What do you get?
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Epic trail race experience!
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Event Shirt
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Event Medal
Packet Pick Up
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Packet pickup will be held at Fleet Feet Sports in Lewis Center before the week of the event on Friday and Saturday during normal business hours.
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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!
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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!
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North Loop is run first in clockwise direction for first 10K.
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South Loop is run next in counter-clockwise direction for second 10K.
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Loops alternate as needed to completion distance.
Cut-off Time
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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.
Results
2023 – Results
2021 – (FIRESQUATCH) Results | Photos
2020 – Results
2018 – Results
2017 – Results
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lewis Center, OH
Elevation
921 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K
- Date
- November 1, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K?
- Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K is a running race held in Lewis Center, Ohio on November 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Lewis Center, Ohio at 3993 Hollenback Rd, Lewis Center, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Autumn Squatch 10K, 20K & 50K
Nov 1, 2026