Chippewa Creek Challenge

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

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

Donations benefit the Trails Division of Cleveland Metroparks.

• Something awesome TBD and a finisher medal!

• 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

Dirty Trail Series VIP Members receive the following benefits:

• Entry to all 2024 Dirty Trail Series events
• An additional entry to Muddy Paws 2 Mile Dog Run
• 10% off shoes for the entire year at Vertical Runner
• Swag for each race
• Special VIP race bib
• Invitation to the Dirty Series Awards Party (includes lunch and raffle)
• $425 value for $325 (Save $100!) – pro-rated after each race

When you register for Chippewa, select the Dirty VIP Membership Bundle.

• Early Registration (through September 26): $70
• Regular Registration (September 27 – October 16): $75
• Late Registration (October 17-26): $80

• Start Time: 9:00 A.M. (5 hour cutoff)
• Early Packet Pickup: Friday Noon-7:00 P.M. at Vertical Runner in Brecksville
• Race Day Packet Pickup: 7:30-9:00 A.M.
• Fluid Stations on course. Participants are encouraged to carry water. 
• A variety of sweet and salty snacks will be served at the finish line.

• 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.