Horseshoe Hill Climb
Horseshoe Hill Climb offers a challenging trail run through hardwood forests and ravines at Marmon Valley Farm.
Race Date
Nov 7, 2026
Location
Zanesfield, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Zanesfield, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Horseshoe Hill Climb at Marmon Valley Farm promises a rugged trail running experience across its 500 acres. Runners will navigate bridle trails, farm lanes, and open meadows, traversing hardwood forests, ravine trails, open fields, and crossing creeks.
This event is designed for trail racers seeking a challenge, with no paved surfaces and the distinct possibility of muddy conditions. The 20K course is structured as a 10K loop, offering a test of endurance through varied terrain. The race serves a charitable purpose, raising funds to help children from economically challenged families attend summer horse camp.
Participants can choose from 5K, 10K, or the 20K distances. Early registration is advised to guarantee a race shirt, with the cutoff typically around late October.
Race-provided description
Marmon Valley Farm is hosting the Horseshoe Hill Climb 5K, 10K and 20K trail run on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9am to raise money that will help kids come to summer horse camp. These funds make it possible for children from economically challenged families to attend camp and helps in sustaining other areas necessary for the ministry. Many of the trails throughout Marmon Valley's 500 acres are bridle trails, farm lanes, and open meadows providing a fantastic trail running experience! The trails and terrain at Marmon Valley are ideal for trail racers who are looking for a challenging run. Whatever distance chosen, you will traverse through hardwood forest, up and down ravine trails, around fields, across creeks, and along scenic overlooks. None of the trails are paved and all may be muddy! The 5k and 10k each have their own course and the 20k course is laid out as a 10k loop. Registrations after Oct. 24, 2026 cannot be guaranteed a race shirt.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
7754 State Route 292 S, Zanesfield, OH, 43360
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Rural
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 59°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
59°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.0"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Horseshoe Hill Climb?
The Horseshoe Hill Climb is held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Horseshoe Hill Climb take place?
It takes place in Zanesfield, Ohio.
What distances does the Horseshoe Hill Climb offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Horseshoe Hill Climb course flat and good for a PR?
The Horseshoe Hill Climb is a hilly, loop course course.
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