Stone Steps 50K and 27K Trail Run
Cincinnati, OH
- 50K, 27K
- Trail (Unpaved)
- Official race website
Cincinnati’s longest running ultra-marathon, the Stone Steps 50k and 27K is held in Mt. Airy Forest, a gem of a park just a couple miles from beautiful downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Mt. Airy Forest is near I-75 and I-74 off of Colerain Avenue. Your race directors are David Corfman and Andy … MORE
Local Historical Weather (Oct 20):
| 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | |
| H (°F) | 69 | 58 | 56 | 72 | 56 |
| L (°F) | 46 | 53 | 28 | 46 | 49 |
Find Nearby Lodging (hotel, rental, etc.):
Fantastic Race and Value
This was my 12th Stone Steps 50K. RDs Dave and Andy really worked hard this year to make this race happen during the pandemic. I felt very comfortable with the … MORE
This was my 12th Stone Steps 50K. RDs Dave and Andy really worked hard this year to make this race happen during the pandemic. I felt very comfortable with the way the staggered start and aid station were set up. While the course is challenging, the “figure 8” course layout means you use the same aid station 5 times during the race which was great in allowing an easy option to be self-supported.
While the swag this year was minimal, the cost has always been the best dollar-per-mile value out there!
Mostly Technical single-track trail
This is a small, local trail race consisting of repeating loops with a single, well stocked aid station that you pass by frequently where you can access drop bags and … MORE
This is a small, local trail race consisting of repeating loops with a single, well stocked aid station that you pass by frequently where you can access drop bags and restrooms as well. Mostly technical single-track trails through the woods with some stretches across fields. Generally runable, with two major climbs – The Stone Steps and Gummy Bear hill, both found on the big loop.
If this and the low entry fees were not enough of a selling point, the race director makes a point to congratulate all of the finishers as they cross the finish line to give them their medals. Additionally, they offer an early start for runners who think they need a little more time to finish. I’ve been to races where time cutoffs are strictly enforced, but this is not one of those races. They truly want to see everyone cross the finish line, even if it after the official close of the race.
The shirts are soft, the age group prizes are unique, and the post-race stretching/massage put this one over the top.
The Stone Steps are no joke
Very hilly 50K on the trails at Mount Airy Park in Cincinnati. Single aid station is extremely well stocked at the pavilion in the park, which you hit after each … MORE
Very hilly 50K on the trails at Mount Airy Park in Cincinnati. Single aid station is extremely well stocked at the pavilion in the park, which you hit after each loop. Course is alternating loops 5+ miles / 3+ miles. Trails were well maintained.