
Grandview 13.1 & 5k
Sat, Dec 12, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
- Location
- Columbus, IN
- 12454 W Youth Camp Road, 47201
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A truly challenging half marathon and 5k on paved roads, featuring dramatic elevation changes and magnificent lake views in Columbus, IN.
- Scenic
- Competitive
Prepare for a challenging road race at the Grandview 13.1 & 5k, starting and finishing at Columbus Youth Camp. This event is known for being one of the toughest half marathons, featuring significant elevation changes on paved county roads. Runners will experience dramatic descents and climbs, including a 250-foot drop and a 200-foot descent to Grandview Lake. Enjoy magnificent views as you navigate rolling hills around the lake before tackling the final ascent back to the finish.
What to expect
- Expect a demanding course with substantial elevation changes.
- Run on paved county roads, including descents to Wolf Creek and Grandview Lake.
- Enjoy scenic stretches with magnificent views around the lake.
Standout details
- One of the toughest half marathons
- Dramatic 250 ft and 200 ft descents
- Magnificent views around Grandview Lake
- Entire event on paved county roads
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Dec 12, 9:00 AM EST · From $32.80
Opens Jan 14, 2026, 5:35 AM EST · Closes Dec 12, 2026, 3:59 AM EST
- 13.1 Miles
Sat, Dec 12, 9:00 AM EST · From $43.40
Opens Jan 14, 2026, 8:47 AM EST · Closes Dec 12, 2026, 3:59 AM EST
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Hilly road course, longer distance
The course
- Road
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
One of the toughest half marathons you'll ever run. on the road. Entire event is on paved county roads. Start at Columbus Youth Camp and drop 250 ft in 1.9 mile down along Wolf Creek to a turnaround and back up the hill. Then after passing the start line you descend 200 ft in 3/4 mile to Grandview Lake. Follow road around lake with rolling hills and magnificent views. After the lake tour, back up the hill to the finish at Columbus Youth Camp.
The 5k option will include going down the 250 ft and 200 ft hills and coming back up. This race will also start and finish at Columbus Youth Camp.
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