Chippewa Creek Challenge

Sat October 28 2023
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Chippewa Creek Challenge Half Marathon

$65 Part of the Dirty Trail Series

Location

Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation 
Valley Parkway (1.5 miles east of Brecksville Rd/ US 21)
Brecksville, OH 44141
GPS coordinates for Oak Grove are 41.30853, -81.60176

Description

Are you ready to conquer the ultimate autumn adventure? Join us for an unforgettable trail experience among the stunning beauty of the Brecksville Reservation in the heart of the Cleveland Metroparks. Lace up your shoes and immerse yourself in the stunning fall foliage – a vibrant symphony of reds, oranges, and golds that can only be found during the peak of fall.

Our race logo pays homage to the whimsical Spotted, Redback, and Jefferson Salamanders that call Chippewa Creek their home. In the Spring, these tiny creatures embark on a journey from the woods to vernal breeding pools, symbolizing endurance and the spirit of exploration – qualities you'll embody as you tackle the Chippewa Creek Challenge. 

Course

Whether you're an experienced trail runner, or a beginning runner or hiker, Chippewa's course offers a mix of terrains and elevations that will challenge your body and invigorate your soul. Feel the rush as you conquer steep inclines and navigate twists and turns. Embrace the beauty and serenity of the season while pushing your boundaries at the Chippewa Creek Challenge Half Marathon – where the trails, scenery, and the spirit of the salamander await your epic journey.

Click here to view the 2023 Chippewa Creek Challenge Half Marathon course map

Swag

  • Chippewa Triblend Tee (unisex XS-2XL)
  • Finisher Medal

Awards

  • Top 3 Overall Male and Female
  • Top 3 Male and Female in the following 5-year age groups:
    29 & Under, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over

Registration

  • Early Registration (through September 27): $65
  • Regular Registration (September 28 – October 17): $70
  • Late Registration (October 18-28): $75

Race Day Details

  • Start Time: 9:00 A.M. (5 hour cutoff)
  • Packet Pickup: 7:30 A.M.
  • Fluid Stations: Fluid stations on course. Participants are encouraged to carry a water bottle. 

More Information

  • Chippewa Creek Challenge is part of the Dirty Trail Series, featuring races from 5k to half marathon distances on some of the best hiking and bridle trails in Northeast Ohio.
  • Visit our website to learn more about Western Reserve Racing and to view our race calendar.

Dirty Trail Series   Western Reserve Racing

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Directions

Oak Grove Picnic Area, Brecksville Reservation
Valley Parkway (1.5 miles east of Brecksville Rd/ US 21)
Brecksville, OH 44141
GPS coordinates for Oak Grove are 41.30853, -81.60176

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