Otter Creek is a wonderful trail run. You can go 8, 16, or 26.2 miles. It is a 3 loop course on a single track trail. There are fully stocked aid stations every 4-5 miles. It has areas of pine needles, which are easy on the feet. You run along …
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Otter Creek is a wonderful trail run. You can go 8, 16, or 26.2 miles. It is a 3 loop course on a single track trail. There are fully stocked aid stations every 4-5 miles. It has areas of pine needles, which are easy on the feet. You run along the creek, which is the nicest view, and it has some rolling hills to keep you entertained. There is something for everyone. This is a wonderful trail to do for you first marathon or your first trail run. The weather is hard to predict, maybe raining, snow, or sunshine. Come prepared. Being in December, it is the perfect race before the holidays.
Over the years Otter Creek has been famous for the chili that is served. Last year I added a new event, the Otter Chili Cook-off. This will be the second year. There will be red, white, and vegan chili. Aprons given to all that enter as well as trophies and prizes for the best in each category. If you are interested in bringing chili just make a pot (Bring it in a crockpot) and let me know. We will be glad to sample your yummy chili!
Each year, the medals have been carved wooden medals made by a local high school. These are simply the best and it makes me happy to give them to you. The prizes are donated by Ken Combs Running Store and go 3 deep in each race. We often give other swag that has been donated. The shirts are the best. Last year they were long sleeve cotton hoodies, the year before, thermal distressed, always something nice.
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Great Race, Super Friendly People
Great small race. Course is harder than it appears. People are super friendly. Snacks during and post-race were wonderful. Enjoyed the views of the Ohio River and Otter Creek along … MORE
Great small race. Course is harder than it appears. People are super friendly. Snacks during and post-race were wonderful. Enjoyed the views of the Ohio River and Otter Creek along the trail. Medal is wood made by local high school students.
Fun winter race
This is a small race done on a budget but a lot of fun. Is a true trail run done entirely on narrow wooded trail. Scenery is beautiful even in … MORE
This is a small race done on a budget but a lot of fun. Is a true trail run done entirely on narrow wooded trail. Scenery is beautiful even in winter with views of otter creek and the Ohio river. Is a challenging course with a few long hills.
Beautiful and Fun!
This race is a must do. We ran it in a pouring down rain storm with thunder and lighting and it was like being a kid running through mud puddles … MORE
This race is a must do. We ran it in a pouring down rain storm with thunder and lighting and it was like being a kid running through mud puddles shin deep. It was an amazing adventure and the post race soup was outstanding. The medal is a piece of wood engraved, pretty cool.