Sandusky River Trail Fun Run/Walk & Paddle

Event Overview

• Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
• Location: Steyer Nature Preserve, Tiffin, OH
• Paddling Option: New this year is a paddling option where you can kayak against the clock down the Sandusky River! Kayaks and safety equipment provided.
• Race Options: You can do just the 5K, 1-mile, or combine them with the paddling option.

Race Details

• Registration: 8:30 to 9:20 am
• 5K Start Time: 9:30 a.m.
• 1 Mile Start Time: 9:35 a.m.
• Paddling Event: Times will vary based on number of registrants.

Course Information

• Trail Experience: Follow your way along the Sandusky River as you race through winding wooded trails!
• Accessibility: This is a natural wooded path with some stairs, narrow trails, hills, and foot bridges, so accessibility will be limited in the 5K.
• 1 Mile Trail: Will have easier access for jogging strollers on an all grass path.
• No Pets: Please no pets on the trail.

Registration Information

• Cost: 5K and 1-mile Walk - Prior to October 15th cost is $25 per person ($30 after Oct. 15th and day of).
• T-Shirt Guarantee: Register before Oct. 15th to guarantee you get a t-shirt.
• Kids: Kids 10 and under are free!
• Register Online: Online registration is available at this link.

Proceeds and Awards

• Beneficiary: All proceeds go to the Sandusky River Watershed Coalition to help support efforts to create a watershed with clean water and sustainable land use practices to benefit the community.
• Award: An award will be given to the overall top male and female finisher for the 5K.
• Parking: Follow the signs for parking and registration at the southern entrance off of CR 33 (CR 33 and Fry Rd intersection).