Buckeye Sun Trail Run
Buckeye Sun Trail Run is a trail running and running race on August 8, 2026 in Galena, OH, with entry fees from $40 to $60.
- Date
- August 8, 2026 (15 days to go)
- Location
- Africa Road, Galena, OH
- Price
- $40–$60
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
The Buckeye Sun & Moon Trail Runs take place at Alum Creek State Park in Galena, Ohio. Run in the morning or at night...or Both!
The Buckeye Sun Trail Runs are for the early risers looking for a fun trail run along side the participants of the Last Buckeye Standing Backyard Ultra that will take place using the same 4.167 mile course. The Buckeye Moon Trail Runs bring you a unique night event for all trail lovers!
Both the Buckeye Sun & Buckeye Moon four options for distances:
7K = 1 loop (4.167 miles)
13K = 2 loops (8.167 miles)
20k = 3 loops (12.167 miles)
26k = 4 loops (16.167 miles) with a 5-hour time limit
Interactive Course Link
Here is interactive link to course: Click here to view course map
Check-in & Parking
Check-in is located at the Start/Finish area just south of the trail entrance at the Boat Launch area.
Parking - There is ample parking at the Galena Boat Ramp off Africa Rd. Please park in designated area in parking lot. Do not park in the grass or along the road.
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
85°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Galena, OH
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
More Trail Running races near Galena, OH
Buckeye Moon Trail Run
4 Mile · 8 Mile · From $40 · Africa Road
Less than a mile away
Alum Creek Trail Races
5K · 10K · Half Marathon · From $40 · Alum Creek State Park (Marina)
6 miles away
Mo Fall
15K · Half Marathon · Marathon · From $50 · Mohican State Park Lodge
43 miles away
The Little Miami Trail Challenge @ John Bryan
5K · 10K · Half Marathon · From $40 · John Bryan State Park (Lower Shelter House)
60 miles away
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Buckeye Sun Trail Run
Aug 8, 2026