November 7, 2026
Burr Oak State Park, Ohio
Events
Event Description
Burr Oak doesn't sit at the end of a tourist strip. It's tucked into the Appalachian foothills of southeast Ohio, past small towns that time and traffic mostly skipped, with Wayne National Forest picking up where the park leaves off. Your phone may lose signal on the drive in. That's the point.
The Marathon is a single loop around Burr Oak Lake, starting and finishing at the lodge. Expect hemlock ravines, sandstone ledges, rocks, roots, creek crossings and a steady supply of hills. Much of the route follows the Buckeye Trail and the North Country Trail. The course is fully marked. It will test you, and the November leaves and lake views make it worth it.
The Half Marathon is a point-to-point on the same trails, starting at the marina and finishing at the lodge, with a shuttle back to your car. Hikers are welcome. The generous cutoff means you can take it at your own pace.
There are no crowds and no gift shops along the way. You get a lake, a long trail, a lot of woods, and a finish line at the lodge where you can stay the weekend.
Lodging
Getting there: Burr Oak is remote, and the last stretch is winding back roads. Download directions before you leave, and don't count on cell service. See our lodging page for places to stay at the lake and nearby.
Swag & Awards
All participants receive
- Super soft Triblend Tee with Bobcat race logo
- Finisher Medal to show off your accomplishment
Awards for each event
- Overall: Top 3 Male and Female
- Age Group: Top 3 Male and Female in the following 5-year age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over
Ohio Endurance Series Event
Ten races. One calendar year. One question: How far can you go?
The Ohio Endurance Series is Western Reserve Racing's long-distance championship. The season opens in January and closes in December, and it spans some of Ohio's best state parks and wildest trail systems — Mohican, Burr Oak, Salt Fork, West Branch, Camp Manatoc, and the Buckeye Trail through Cuyahoga Valley.
This is the long-distance series: 15K is the shortest distance that scores, and the schedule runs all the way up through the marathon, the 50K, and the 8-hour. All of our events are hiker- and walker-friendly, with generous cutoffs and courses built to welcome every pace. Run one event, or chase the whole year and go after Ohio Endurance Athlete of the Year.
About Western Reserve Racing
Western Reserve Racing is dedicated to producing well-organized, welcoming road and trail events throughout Northeast Ohio. From 5Ks to 100-mile endurance events, our goal is to create exceptional experiences for participants of all abilities—including runners, hikers, walkers, first-timers, and seasoned endurance athletes.
Whether you're chasing a new personal best or simply enjoying the journey, we're committed to building an inclusive community and showcasing the best parks, trails, and roads Northeast Ohio has to offer.
Visit www.westernreserveracing.com to explore our full event calendar, official merchandise, and more.
