Camp Hook 4 Hour Trail Runs

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

Location: Franklin, OH; 8539 Morningstar Road, Camp Hook Campground, 45005
Type: TRAIL

At a glance

Challenge yourself on scenic trails for four hours, either solo or with a team, then unwind with optional camping and fun evening activities.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Embrace the challenge at Camp Hook Trail Runs, offering 4-hour solo or team relay events within the beautiful Twin Creek MetroPark. Navigate a scenic 1.85-mile loop of 95% trails, featuring moderate elevation, single track, and blooming Redbud trees in spring. This event balances competitive spirit with a welcoming atmosphere, complete with an aid station and optional primitive camping for a full weekend experience.

What to expect

A 4-hour solo or 2-3 person team relay on a 1.85-mile trail loop.
Run on scenic single track with moderate elevation and a dry creek bed crossing.
Enjoy an aid station with ultra-style snacks and drinks, plus optional primitive camping.

Standout details

4-hour solo or team relay format
Scenic 1.85-mile trail loop
Optional primitive camping
Awards for best costumes & decorated camps

Perks & features

Awards

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

Solo Event
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM EDT · From $25.00
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:01 PM EST · Closes Apr 10, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
4 Hour Relay
Sun, Apr 12, 9:00 AM EDT · From $25.00
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:01 PM EST · Closes Apr 10, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

The course

Trail
Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

Camp Hook Trail Runs is an authentic weekend of 4-hour events presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club and offers runners the opportunity to participate in 4-Hour Solo and 4-Hour Team Relay events.

The historic former scout camp, Camp Hook, sits at the southern end of Twin Creek MetroPark. Both races will be on the scenic purple trail and use of single track around Lake George. Spring growth delivers spectacular views along with blooming Redbud trees.

DATE & TIME

SOLO RACE: Saturday, April 11, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM RELAY RACE: Sunday, April 12, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

LOCATION

Twin Creek MetroPark Event Area: Camp Hook located @ Southern Point of Park 8539 Morningstar Rd, Franklin, OH 45005

Look for Access Road on West Side of Morningstar marked with Lake George & Camp Hook Signage. Pass Lake George and head up hill to event parking.

COURSE

LENGTH : A 1.85 mile(ish) loop! RELAY CONCEPT: One team member on the loop (it's a team event), with teammates alternating loops! COMPOSITION: 5% Grass / 95% Trails with Roots ELEVATION : Moderate Elevation OBSTACLES : 1 Dry Creek Bed Crossing (Weather Dependent) RELAY

This will be a 2-or-3 Person Team Event. No Individual Participants (find a running buddy, form a team) Event will be capped at 90 runners due to occupancy limitations. Wait list will be generated if demand exceeds our allowed number of runners. Please create your team and look for Run Sign Up announcements on ORRRC website and our social media platforms. SOLO

This will be an individual race to challenge yourself for 4 hours of fun! Use this day to achieve that 4HR PR or solid training run for upcoming Ultra races. Event will be capped at 60 runners. Wait list will be generated if demand exceeds our allowed number of runners. COST

$25.00 PER PARTICIPANT (each race)

TIME LIMIT

Races will have a 4-hour running clock.

PACERS

Not allowed due to Five Rivers MetroParks occupancy limitations.

SOLO SCHEDULE

1:00 pm Gate is Open 1:00 - 1:45 - Solo Runner Check-In 1:55 - Race Announcements 2:00 - 6:00 Race Time 6:15 Solo Awards Presentation RELAY SCHEDULE

8:00 am Gate is Open 8:00 - 8:45 Team Check In 8:55 – Race Announcements 9:00 – Relay Start with (1) Runner from Each Team 1:00 – Awesome Day of Team Racing Ends 1:15 – Team Awards AWARDS

Finisher awards for all participants. SOLO: Top 5 Male & Female (most loops completed) - Receive placing award.

RELAY: The top three teams of categories below will be recognized upon completion of race and receive placing award. Placing based upon team cumulative loop total.

(3) Categories

All Female All Male Co-Ed Special Relay Awards

Best Team Costumes Best Decorated Team Camp Special Award for competing both Races

START/FINISH AREA

The start/finish area will be within the Parade Field (large open meadow). Due to the length of race and waiting your turn to run a leg, feel free to bring camping/lawn chairs and limit (1) 10'x10' or smaller pop up canopy per team. We will create an organized camp within this area.

AID STATION

There will be (1) Aid Station located at the start/finish area. Traditional Ultra Race style snack/food, water, & drinks will be provided (free to all teams & volunteers).

CAMPING

C amp Hook contains (3) primitive camping areas: Tecumseh, Geronimo, & Little Turtle. All campsites are reserved for Saturday, April 12th. We have you covered if anyone desires to pitch a tent, have a campfire, and sleep beneath the stars. Firewood will be provided per Five Rivers MetroParks. Please email the Race Director if you choose to camp.

Fun Saturday Night Events for the Camping Crew

Poker Run @ 7:30 PM - Prizes for the best two hands. S'more Ingredients provided. Other great amenities: Grill Grate on Swivel @ Fire Pits, Picnic Tables, & Outhouse within each Campsite. No Electric or Water

RESTROOM

Participants will have access to (1) permanent outhouse within parking lot and there are (3) additional permanent outhouses located within the (3) adjacent campsites.

VOLUNTEER

Check back on here or on Run Sign Up for link to sign up to Volunteer!

RACE DIRECTOR

Micah Lipps

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