Great Guernsey Trail Firecracker 10k & 5k

Event Overview

• Date: July 4, 2026
• Location: Great Guernsey Trail, 63500 Corduroy Rd., Cambridge, OH
• Events: 10K & 5K Race, 5K Fun Run & Walk
• Entrants: Music, food, and entertainment provided

About the Race

• Course: Out and back on paved Great Guernsey Trail
• Timing: Bib-timed race by Muskingum Multisports
• Route: Scenic, traffic-free trail along Leatherwood Creek
• Refreshments: Water at turnarounds and food at the finish line

Charitable Cause

• Proceeds: Support programs of Guernsey County Community Development Corp.
• Mission: Enhance quality of life through recreational and educational opportunities
• Website: More details at www.guernseycountycdc.com

Awards

• Trophies: Unique awards for top three overall finishers
• Medals: Awarded to the top three finishers in multiple age categories
• Categories: 14-under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
• Finishers’ Medals: Awarded to all participants

Packet Information

• Early Packet Pick-Up: Starts on race day at 6:30 a.m.
• Location: Registration building at 63500 Corduroy Rd., Cambridge, Ohio
• Contents: T-shirt, swag, and more included in race packets
• T-shirt Guarantee: Available for participants registered by June 19th

Entry Fees

• 5K Fun Run & Walk: $30.00 through July 3rd, $35.00 on race day
• 5K Run: $35.00 through July 3rd, $40.00 on race day
• 10K Run: $40.00 through July 3rd, $45.00 on race day
• Mail-in Registration: Forms can be mailed to Guernsey County CDC P.O. Box 1175 Cambridge, Ohio 43725 (memo: 2024 Firecracker Race). Print form HERE.

Contact Information

• Race Director: Ron Gombeda
• Phone: 740-439-0020
• Email: rgombeda@guernseycountycdc.com

More Information

For further details about the race, visit this link.