John Bryan State Park Arboretum Half Marathon & Loop Challenge Join us at the scenic John Bryan State Park Arboretum in Yellow Springs, Ohio for a unique loop-style running event designed for all fitness levels. The course is a 1.1-mile scenic loop, allowing runners to choose their distance and build their race one loop at a time in a highly supported environment. Distance Options: 1.1 Mile Fun Loop – great for beginners, walkers, and families 3.3 Miles (3 loops) – short distance challenge 6.6 Miles (6 loops) – mid-distance endurance 9.9 Miles (9 loops) – advanced training distance 13.2 Miles (12 loops) – Half Marathon distance Course Features & Support: 🚰 Water & aid station available every 1.1 miles (each loop) 🚻 Park restroom facilities (park potties) available on-site 🎽 Clear, easy-to-follow loop course design 👏 Frequent spectator support and encouraging atmosphere 🧭 Safe, controlled, and consistent race environment This looped format keeps runners engaged and supported with freque
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John Bryan Arboretum Trail Half Marathon & Challenge 2026 — Yellow Springs, OH
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Yellow Springs, 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
