Alum Creek Trail Races-October 3
Race Director Notes
Race Directors Notes
The races will begin at the Alum Creek Marina, which is located just past the Dog Park. Please note that the races do not start at the Rocks and Roots trailhead. You can use either the Marina off Hollenback Road or the Friends of Alum Creek Dog Park as your destination in Google Maps.
Registration and Parking
Registration opens at 9 AM, and we will be reinforcing the course until that time, so there is no need to arrive early. There is plenty of free parking available locally, and flush restrooms are provided at the start/finish area.
Race Details
The event includes the following distances: 5K, 10K, 15K, Half Marathon, and a 6 Hours of Power. The Half Marathon consists of two loops of the 10K course. All races will have one mass start. The terrain is primarily single-track trail with some steep inclines and declines. We recommend wearing trail shoes, as the park is known for being muddy. I would bring a change of clothes for after the event.
Amenities
There is a nice campground located about 3 miles from the starting area. After the race, you can either head back to town or enjoy a slice of delicious pizza at the rustic Cheshire Market.
Race
This event takes place on Saturday only (October 3), with the finish line closing at 4 PM.
Race Swag
All participants will receive a custom race bib, a souvenir race medal, a custom race lanyard, a race-specific sticker, a marked course, an official time, aid station support, and refreshments at the finish. Race shirts can be purchased in the race store and are shipped via Amazon Prime to your address on file. Shirts take 5-7 days to arrive.
Results and Awards
Race results will be posted on www.wolfpackresults.com by Sunday at 12 PM. While there will not be an awards ceremony, we will send out an email on Tuesday morning to congratulate the winners. Those who break course records will receive a coveted Wolf Pack Yellow Jersey, and winners of each event will be entered into a drawing for a 2027 Pack Pass and a personalized Wolf Pack shirt.
Cancellation Policy
Races will take place rain or shine. If we need to cancel the event for any reason, we will notify participants via our website (www.wolfpacktrailruns.com), this site, our Instagram, our Strava page, and through email. For more information, feel free to reach out via email at info@wpackevents.com.
Happy Trails!
Alum Creek GPX-Maps
All Trails GPX-Maps
Alum Creek State Park
-
Water Sports & Boating: The southern area of the reservoir allows unlimited horsepower boating and water-skiing, while the northern coves offer no-wake zones popular for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
-
Swimming: Home to Ohio’s largest inland beach, spanning 3,000 feet along the lake.
-
Trails: Features extensive networks of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails—including the popular multi-use paths and the Rocks and Roots single-track trail system.
-
Camping & Amenities: Includes a full-service marina, a large campground with electric and full-hookup sites, picnic areas, an 18-hole disc golf course, and a dedicated dog park with lake access.
Where to Stay/Eat
-
Lakeside Grill and Chill: Situated right at the Alum Creek Marina, offering quick lakeside snacks, hot dogs, soft-serve ice cream, and sunset views over the water.
-
Water's Edge Sports Grill: A local favorite just minutes from the park in Galena, serving pub fare, burgers, wings, and strombolis.
-
Tavern at the Creek: A casual neighborhood spot in Galena with an outdoor patio, ideal for pizza and draft beers after a day on the lake.
-
Polaris Parkway Dining Corridor: Located about 10 minutes south of the park, offering a wide selection of sit-down chain and casual restaurants like Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern and Sunny Street Café.
| Lodging Type | Top Options | Description |
| In-Park Camping | Alum Creek State Park Campground | Offers RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, camper cabins, shower houses, and direct lake access. |
| Mid-Range Hotels | Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris / Home2 Suites Polaris | Located ~3 miles south near I-71, offering free hot breakfast, indoor pools, and family-friendly amenities. |
| Upmarket Hotels | Hilton Columbus/Polaris / Renaissance Westerville-Polaris | Full-service hotel options featuring upscale rooms, on-site dining, and close proximity to shopping and the park. |
Refund Policy
Basically, we do not issue refunds, but please read the fine print...
Wolf Pack Adventures will issue refunds within two weeks of the original date of a canceled event. No refunds will be issued if cancellation is due to acts of nature, such as forest fires, pandemics, inclement weather, flooding, or wildlife concerns. Deferrals will be issued for events canceled due to natural disasters. No refunds will be issued to participants who withdraw or do not attend an event. No race "swag" will be mailed or held for participants who do not attend an event. Participants may transfer to another event. No refunds will be issued to participants who transfer to other events. We understand that everyone has personal circumstances, and we value our community. Therefore, we will allow injured runners to defer their registration to a different race, event, or the following year, or to another runner. For planning purposes, we cannot offer refunds to injured runners.
No refunds will be issued for poor trail conditions.
Please do not ask for a refund unless we cancel and do not reschedule the event.
Email us at info@wpackevents.com if you wish to defer your registration.
