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John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge

Date
July 25, 2026
Distance
1.1 Mile Fun Run · 3.3 Mile Trail Run · 6.6 Mile Trail Run & more
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From the Organizer

John Bryan State Park Arboretum Half Marathon & Loop Challenge

 

Join us at the scenic John Bryan State Park Arboretum in Yellow Springs, Ohio for a unique loop-style running event designed for all fitness levels. The course is a 1.1-mile scenic loop, allowing runners to choose their distance and build their race one loop at a time in a highly supported environment.

 

Distance Options:

 

1.1 Mile Fun Loop – great for beginners, walkers, and families

3.3 Miles (3 loops) – short distance challenge

6.6 Miles (6 loops) – mid-distance endurance

9.9 Miles (9 loops) – advanced training distance

13.2 Miles (12 loops) – Half Marathon distance

 

Course Features & Support:

 

🚰 Water & aid station available every 1.1 miles (each loop)

🚻 Park restroom facilities (park potties) available on-site

🎽 Clear, easy-to-follow loop course design

👏 Frequent spectator support and encouraging atmosphere

🧭 Safe, controlled, and consistent race environment

 

This looped format keeps runners engaged and supported with frequent access to hydration and facilities, making it ideal for pacing consistency, beginners building confidence, and experienced runners chasing personal records.

 

Set in the natural beauty of John Bryan State Park, this event blends endurance racing with a welcoming community atmosphere where every loop brings you closer to your goal.

Events

1.1 Mile Fun Run8 AMRegister →
3.3 Mile Trail Run8 AMRegister →
6.6 Mile Trail Run8 AMRegister →
9.9 Mile Trail Run8 AMRegister →
13.2 Mile Trail Run8 AMRegister →

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

86°

Typical Low

62°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from New Carlisle, 12 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:29 AMSunset 8:57 PMDaylight 14h 28m

Host City

About Yellow Springs, OH

Population

3,655

as of 2023

Elevation

1,012 ft

Nearest Airport

DAY

James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 19 mi

Major Hub

CMH

John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 55 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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Race
John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge
Date
July 25, 2026

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 half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.

Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.

The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.

How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.

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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 John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge?
John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge is a running race held in Yellow Springs, Ohio on July 25, 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 John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge?
Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Yellow Springs, Ohio at 3790 State Route 370, Yellow Springs, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge

Jul 25, 2026

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