Topo Trail Marathon Races
Topo Trail Marathon Races is a trail running and running race on December 6, 2026 in Bethel, OH, with entry fees from $30 to $70.
- Date
- December 6, 2026 (136 days to go)
- Location
- 3294 Elklick Road, Bethel, OH
- Price
- $30–$70
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Topo Trail Marathon Weekend Schedule
Sunday, December 7
Packet Pick Up (no race day registration) -- 7:00 am to 8:30 am
Pre Race Meeting -- 8:45 am
Race Start -- 9:00am for Full, 9:15am for Half, 9:30am for Quarter
Race Cutoff -- 3:00pm
racers will not be permitted to start any lap after 3pm
About the race
The Topo Trail Marathon will be held on the East Fork State Park mountain bike trails. There will be a 6.55 mile (Quarter) race, a 13.1 mile (Half) race, and a 26.2 mile (Full) race, something for everyone!
The course will be a 6.55 mile loop, 100% on singletrack. 1 lap for the Quarter, 2 laps for the Half, and 4 laps for the Full. Waterstops at mile 2, mile 4.5, and mile 6.55.
The waterstop at the start/finish will be fully stocked with water, Gatorade, bananas, and salty snacks. All other aid stations will have water and Gatorade only. Topo Buffs will be given to anyone who registers after the T Shirt deadline of Nov 14.
Registration (Discounted prices until Sept 15)
Quarter: $30
Half: $45
Full: $70
The entry fee includes professional chip timing, portable restrooms, long sleeve race t shirt (t-shirt deadline is November 14), pint glass, and finisher medal. Anyone who
Awards
Finisher Medal for all finishers
Directions to East Fork State Park
Take I275 to the Route 125 exit. Go East on Route 125 for approx. 10 miles to the East Fork State Park main entrance (Do not follow signs to the Campground). Turn Left on S. Bantam Road, turn left into the park and turn left again onto Park Road 2. Follow Park Road 2, the Indian Mound Picnic Area will be on your right.
Lodging
A block of rooms at a local hotel will be available closer to the race
There are also several motels at the SR125 exit off of I-275, about 15 miles from the start/finish.
Motel Beechmont - 513-752-1800
Comfort Inn and Suites - 513-947-0100
East Fork State Park also has a full service campground, visit the park website for campground information
Any additional information regarding the race will be posted on this website as the race date gets closer.
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
48°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chilo Meldahl Locks & Dam, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bethel, OH
City Elevation
883 ft
Nearest Airport
LUK
Cincinnati Municipal Airport Lunken Field · 21 mi
Major Hub
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 32 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 Topo Trail Marathon Races, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
136
Days to train
- Race
- Topo Trail Marathon Races
- Date
- December 6, 2026
- Location
- 3294 Elklick Road, Bethel, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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
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Topo Trail Marathon Races
Dec 6, 2026