Bobcat
Bobcat offers a rugged trail half marathon through Ohio's Burr Oak State Park.
Race Date
Nov 7, 2026
Location
Glouster, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Glouster, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,240
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Bobcat half marathon immerses runners in the rugged beauty of Burr Oak State Park, Ohio. This event, now in its 7th year, is designed for trail enthusiasts, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience on 90% pure trail.
The course winds through the Ohio wilderness, featuring rolling hills and creek crossings, with portions of the historic Buckeye Trail. The half marathon is a point-to-point journey on the same trails that challenge marathoners, providing a true taste of the untamed landscape.
With a median field size of around 185 finishers, Bobcat offers an intimate yet engaging atmosphere. Runners from about 7 states have discovered this race, with a loyalty rate of approximately 21% indicating a strong return participation. It's an invitation to embrace the wild, test your limits, and reconnect with nature.
Race-provided description
Prepare to immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of Burr Oak State Park at Bobcat. This trail marathon and half marathon offers a unique opportunity for trail running enthusiasts and hikers to experience the wild and challenging terrain of Ohio wilderness. The marathon's single-loop course provides a diverse and scenic adventure, featuring rolling hills, several creek crossings, and portions of the Buckeye Trail. The half marathon offers an equally thrilling point-to-point experience on the same trails as the marathon. This race is all about embracing the untamed beauty of Burr Oak – 90% of the course is pure trail! Whether you're a seasoned trail runner, a hiker, or new to the trails, all are welcome and encouraged to come and experience the Bobcat adventure at your own pace. Bobcat is your chance to get wild, be challenged, and reconnect with nature on an extraordinary course in one of Ohio's most pristine state parks.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
Giveaway
Start Location
Burr Oak Lodge, Glouster, OH, 45732
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park, Rural
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout687 years running
~185 finishers a year
shrinking
21% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 7 states
winner 1:38:29
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,240 finishers actually crossed the line across 7 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,240
Median time
3:03:02
Latest turnout
185
States
23
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Bobcat?
The Bobcat is held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Bobcat take place?
It takes place in Glouster, Ohio.
What distances does the Bobcat offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the Bobcat course flat and good for a PR?
The Bobcat is a rolling hills, point to point course.
How many people run the Bobcat?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,240 runners who have completed the Bobcat.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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