The Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race
- Date
- September 6, 2026
- Distance
- Hoot Half Marathon · 10k
From the Organizer
Join us at the HOOT!
In the early morning hours the elusive and fiercely predatory population of owls have haunted Rocks and Roots trail runners since time began.
Given their mysterious nocturnal habitats and often eerie vocalizations, owls are ripe fodder for superstitions. Owls have been considered omens of good luck, bad fortune, impending
doom, wisdom, foolishness, evil and witchcraft, and even predictors of weather. Bizarre examples of owl mythology abound around the globe.
Behold the HOOT! While summer on the trails offers some of the best trail conditions, there is no shortage of challenge to be had! The rocks, the roots, and the heat of summer bring you our shortest distances, and the only half marathon we host on the trail.
When - Sunday, September 6th. All races start at 8am.
What - 10K, and Half Marathon 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 Hoot has a NO REFUND and NO BIB TRANSFER policy for all events.
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Through May 31st - $45
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June 1st - June 30th - $50
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July 1st – July 31st - $55
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August 1st - August 31st - $60
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September 1st - 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 event on Friday and Saturday of race week 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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Additional 0.7ish mile loop is run next to complete the Half Marathon.
Cut-off Time
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The course closes for all participants at 12:00pm. All Half Marathon participants must begin their 2nd lap before 9:45am.
Results & Photos
2023- Results
2021 – Results | Official Photos | Unofficial FB Photos
2020 – No event due to COVID-19
2015 – Results | Photos | Video
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
82°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
29%
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
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
90
Days to train
- Race
- The Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race
- Date
- September 6, 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 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.
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 Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race?
- The Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race is a running race held in Lewis Center, Ohio on September 6, 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 Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race?
- Sunday, September 6, 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 Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Hoot Half Marathon & 10k Trail Race
Sep 6, 2026