The Rhino Trail Run offers trail running events from 5K to 30K on June 27, 2026, in Cincinnati's Mount Airy Forest. You can choose from a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or 30K distance depending on your fitness level and racing goals. The race starts at 8:00 AM, giving you a full day to recover afterward. Entry fees range from $30 to $75 depending on which distance you select. Mount Airy Forest provides a natural trail setting for off-road running. If you're traveling to Cincinnati for this event, you'll want accommodation within reasonable driving distance of the venue to allow for an early arrival and proper warm-up before the morning start.
From the Race Organizer
Welcome to Alpine Trail Race Series Season 3 (ATRS 3.0) Race Course: Join us and enjoy one of the most beautiful off-road trails in Cincinnati. Mt. Airy Forest with nearly 1,500 acres, it's the largest park in Cincinnati's park with lots of trail system to explore. 5K Race Route 10K Race Route Half-Marathon (2 loops of 10K route) 30K (3 Loops of 10k Route) ( Race course will get updated 2 weeks before the race) Note: We retain the right to change the race route as deemed necessary Race Information: The race starts at 8:00 AM. BIB pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. Themed Races - All of our 5K runs and 10K runs have a fun theme. Trail Running Series Awards - All runners will receive series points towards yearly series awards. Plus TRAVEL opportunity for the series winners , male and female. DETAILS CLICK HERE! For Everyone - Runners and walkers are welcome. Finisher Medal - All finishers will receive one of our fun-themed finisher medals. Finisher T-shirt - Half-Marathon and 30k receive a finisher t-shirt. For others, it will be available for purchase. ( Since we order custom t-shirts, we require 12 business days' advance signup to receive the t-shirts on the race day. Anything under 12 business days, t-shirts will be shipped after the race day. Costume - It is not required to wear a costume, but it is encouraged. Best Costume Award - We give out the best costume awards at every live race. Small Race - Get to know other runners and walkers in your area. Transfer - If you miss the race, you can transfer to another one of our races. Monthly Races - Most races are held every month in Cincinnati. Discount - To Promote Trail running among youths, we Offer 15% discount for anyone who is under 20 . Course Time Limit: 5 hours Race Rules: Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. No dogs on the course. Walkers are always welcome. ATRS Rules Regulations The ATR Live Race Series runs yearly from March 1 to October 31. All participants are automatically enrolled in the series once they complete an ATR qualifying race. Qualifying races are any race events hosted by ATR and say they are part of the series. Points will be awarded in each age category, male and female, for each qualifying race. Only the top 3 participants with the most points for each age category, male and female, at the end of the series, will receive a series award. Points are awarded based on the table below. There will not be any ties. All times are based on gun times. Awards will be mailed out on December 1st. Live Race Point Chart: 1st place = 20 points 2nd place = 18 points 3rd place = 16 points 4th place = 14 points 5th place = 12 points 6th place = 10 points 7th place = 8 points 8th place = 6 points 9th place = 4 points 10th place = 2 points Participation Points = 2 points WWW.ALPINETRAILRACE.COM
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Rhino Trail Run 5K/10K/Half-Marathon/30K 2026 — Cincinnati, OH
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cincinnati, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Rhino Trail Run 5K/10K/Half-Marathon/30K 2026 — Cincinnati, OH?
Rhino Trail Run 5K/10K/Half-Marathon/30K 2026 — Cincinnati, OH takes place on June 27, 2026. The race is held in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Where is Rhino Trail Run 5K/10K/Half-Marathon/30K 2026 — Cincinnati, OH held?
Rhino Trail Run 5K/10K/Half-Marathon/30K 2026 — Cincinnati, OH is held at Mount Airy Forest Playground in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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