Marsh Madness 10K

Race Overview

Come on out and run (or walk) a unique 10K race at the 1,000 acre Howard Marsh Metropark and then enjoy some post-race kayaking or canoeing.

• Course: The 10K course on the gravel trails on top the marsh dikes is flat, fast, and scenic.
• Wildlife: The marsh is home to unique plants, many types of birds, and lots of other wildlife.
• Post-Race Activities: After the race, you can launch your kayak, canoe, or paddle board and explore the marsh's eight miles of aquatic trails.
• Rental Information: Rental kayaks will be available from the Metroparks.

Awards

Awards in the 10K will be given to the Male and Female Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Grand Masters winners. Each award will consist of a unique marsh-themed sun catcher and gift card from Second Sole running store.

• Finisher Medal: All finishers will receive a finisher medal and additional giveaway.
• No Age Group Awards: There will be no age group awards.

Environmental Initiatives

In order to reduce trash and protect the marsh from litter, the race will not use paper cups.

• Hydration Options: Runners can carry a handheld water bottle, wear a hydration vest, or carry a reusable, collapsible cup that can be filled at the water station.
• Water Stations: Runners will pass the water station twice at approximately 3.3 and 5.7 miles.
• Free Cups: Free collapsible cups will be made available to runners at packet pick-up.

Packet Pick-Up

Early packet pick-up will be on Thursday June 18 from 2-8 pm and Friday June 19 from 10 am-6 pm at Second Sole running store in Levi’s Commons, Perrysburg, OH. Race day packet pick-up will be from 7:30-8:15 am at the event.

Sustainability Partners

The free collapsible cups are provided by HydraPak, our Sustainable Racing Partner.

• Product Discount: HydraPak is also offering a 20% discount on all of their products at HydraPak.com.
• Discount Code: The 20% discount code will be made available to registered runners by email prior to the event.

Trail Race Series

The Marsh Madness 10K is the first race in the Toledo Roadrunners-Metroparks Toledo Trail Race Series.

• Upcoming Races: The other three races are the Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon at Providence Dam Metropark on July 19, the Oak Openings Stampede 5K and 25K at Oak Openings Metropark on September 13, and Falling Leaves 5K and 8-miler at Secor Metropark on October 25.
• Discount for Members: If you are a current Toledo Roadrunners member, you will receive a $5.00 discount on the entry price of any of the Trail Series races.
• Multi-Race Discount: If you sign up for all four races at once, you will receive a $2.00 discount on each entry regardless of TRRC membership.
• Series Giveaway: You will also be awarded a nice Trail Race Series giveaway at the end of the series.

Charitable Support

Proceeds from the events support SewHope, a Toledo-based not-for-profit organization that provides health, education, and community development support to the poor in northern Guatemala.

• Donations: You can also donate directly to SewHope and/or the Toledo Metroparks when you register here.

Event Details

Date: 2026-06-20

Location: 401-621 S Howard Rd., Curtice, OH

For more information, visit the official race page: Marsh Madness 10K.