Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon

Come join the fun and run the beautifully maintained towpath trail along the mighty Maumee River. Both courses start at Providence Metropark near the dam across the river from Grand Rapids, OH. You'll head out on the historic canal towpath and then return to the finish at the Providence dam and shelter. The towpath is crushed gravel and dirt with lots of shade. You'll enjoy scenic views of the river and run past the historic canal locks and grain mill at the park. You can spend some time around by the dam at the Shelter after the race and then visit quaint Grand Rapids.

🕒 Race Details

• Half Marathon Time Limit: Half marathoners should be able to finish within three hours.
• Participation: Walkers are encouraged to participate in the 10K.
• Awards: Gift certificates will be given to male and female overall, masters (age 40-49), and grand masters (age 50 and above) winners in both races.
• Medical Support: Mercy Health – Toledo will provide onsite medical support with assistance from Nationwide Children's Hospital – Toledo athletic trainers.

🌳 Race Series Information

The Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon is one of four race events in the Toledo Roadrunners Club Trail Race Series in partnership with Metroparks Toledo. It is a great introductory trail race as it is flat, open, and has good footing. It is perfect for just a run or training for an early fall marathon. Other races include:

• Marsh Madness 10K: NEW event at Howard Marsh Metropark on June 21.
• Oak Openings Stampede: 5K and 25K races at Oak Openings Metropark on September 14.
• Falling Leaves: 5K and 8 Mile races at Secor Metropark on October 26.
• Discount Option: Once registration opens for these other three events, a discount option will be offered if you sign up for all three events at the same time.

👕 Registration Information

Registration for the Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon includes a tee shirt. There is a no shirt option where more of your registration fee will go to charity!

• Participant Cap: Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon is currently capped at 175 participants.
• Sold Out: This event sold out two months in advance of the 2024 event.
• Member Discount: Toledo Roadrunners Club members receive a $5.00 discount which will be taken at final check out. Sign up to be a member at Toledo Roadrunners Club.
• Race Insurance: This event offers race insurance through a third party provider. You will have the option to select it at checkout. All claims are managed through the third party. Please read the fine print.

📅 Event Date and Location

The Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon will take place on 2025-07-20 at 13827 S. River Rd., Grand Rapids, OH. For more information, visit the official race page at Race Sign Up.