WILDWOODS
WILDWOODS is a running race on September 13, 2026 in Pataskala, OH, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
- Date
- September 13, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Historic McGowan XC Course | Watkins Memorial Middle School
Experience the beauty of cross country racing at Wildwoods, a community event that brings runners of all ages together on the historic McGowan XC Course. Whether you're chasing a new personal record, enjoying a fun run with family, or introducing your child to the sport, Wildwoods has an event for everyone.
Choose from three race options:
5K
1-Mile Youth Run
Open to all ages, abilities, and experience levels, Wildwoods welcomes runners and walkers from Central Ohio & beyond. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or taking on your first race, you'll enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, scenic trails, and a memorable race-day experience.
Every participant receives an event tee & event bib number. Medals awarded to the top 175 5K finishers & top 25 Miler finishers
Best of all, every step supports a great cause. Proceeds benefit SWL Schools, helping provide valuable opportunities for local students and school programs.
Gather your family, invite your friends, and join us for a day of fitness, community, and outdoor adventure on one of the area's most historic cross country courses.
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
80°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newark Heath Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pataskala, OH
Population
18,049
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,023 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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.
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WILDWOODS
Sep 13, 2026