Powder Keg Trail Run is a 5-mile running and walking event held in Kings Mills, Ohio on August 22, 2026. The race takes place at Carter Park and begins at 9:00 AM. Entry costs $23.50. This single-distance event accommodates both runners and walkers, making it accessible to endurance athletes of varying abilities. Whether you're training for longer distances or looking for a solid trail workout, this local event offers a straightforward 5-mile option without multiple distance categories to navigate.
From the Race Organizer
Dirt Days Trail Series - Powder Keg Saturday, August 22, 2026 9:00 am Carter Park, Deerfield Township The Powder Keg is a perennial favorite. Explore the many trails of Carter Park which is behind the Historic Kings Mansion. The course will be fun and challenging. You will do a loop that will take you to down near the Little Miami River. Follow along the river on the old abandoned King Road. Explore an old dam. Climb the "Stairway to Heaven". Race distance is listed as 3.5 miles. However, your mileage may vary. This is the sixth event of the Dirt Days Trail Series. The Powder Keg 5K Trail Race is presented by Deerfield Township and The Arts Alliance. Plenty of FREE parking is available at the school adjacent to the park. Benefit: A portion of the proceeds benefit The Arts Alliance toward future arts programming. Location: Carter Park is located behind the old Kings Mansion on King Avenue just North of Kings Island. Carter Park Web Page. I-71 to Kings Mills Exit. Go East past Columbia. Kings Mills turns into King Ave. Mansion is on the Left. Google: 1720 King Ave, Kings Mills, OH 45034 to get directions from your location GPS Coordinates: 39.358236, -84.246142 Ample Free parking at Kings Elementary next door. The Course: Scenic course explores the trails of the Historic Kings Mansion. Course will be fun and challenging. You will do a loop that will take you to down near the Little Miami River. Follow along the river on the old abandoned King Road. Explore an old dam. Make your ascent to the top via a series of steps. Then, you will explore the north side of the park trails. Follow around some ball fields and then the final push to the finish. Race distance is listed as 3.5 miles. However, your mileage may vary. Run Divisions: Run - Men & Women: 14/under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70/over. Walk Divisions: Walk - Men & Women 29/under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60/over Individual Event Awards: Awards to overall male and female runner and walker. There are age group awards for this event. Age Group awards will be presented immediately after the race based on the above divisions. Randomly drawn door prizes. You must be present to win any random drawing and you cannot accept for someone else, so stick around! T-Shirts: Powder Keg T-shirts (Short Sleeved) are available for $12 while supplies last. Sign up early if you know you want one to be sure to get the size that you want. Amenities: We will have a variety of treats for you. Registration Fee: Registration Fee: $23.50. Online registration only. Kids 14 and under will receive a $5 discount at checkout. We also offer a season pass for the entire Dirt Days Trail Series. One price covers all eight events. More information. You may register online up to race time. Race Day Registration and pick up: There is no early packet pick up for this event. Check in on day of race is from 7:30 am through 8:45 am. There is no paper registration. Sign up online prior to coming or you can sign up with your mobile phone. The Dirt Days Trail Series: This is the sixth leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series.
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When is Powder Keg Trail Run 2026 — Kings Mills, OH?
Powder Keg Trail Run 2026 — Kings Mills, OH takes place on August 22, 2026. The race is held in Kings Mills, Ohio.
Where is Powder Keg Trail Run 2026 — Kings Mills, OH held?
Powder Keg Trail Run 2026 — Kings Mills, OH is held at Carter Park in Kings Mills, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near Powder Keg Trail Run 2026 — Kings Mills, OH?
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