Down & Dirty 5-Mile Trail Race Review

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Lisa Keane

Down & Dirty 5-Mile Trail Race

Summary

Will run for Snow Cones! Choose your distance 5 or 10 miles thru mostly single track, rolling hills and some fairly technical roots. Super humid August in Ohio makes you happy for shade and wish for rain. Nice swag options and OA / AG awards 3 deep

Posted Aug 08, 2026

Pros

Good communication
Easy directions
Ample, free parking
Distance options
Well marked beautiful trail
1 full / 1 hydration aid station per loop
Snow cones at the finish
Swag options
OA / AG awards 3 deep

Good communication leading up to race day
Easy directions
2 race distance options starting 2 hours apart to allow for ample free parking
Choose your distance- one loop or two
Well marked mostly single track course with rolling hills and some fairly technical rock / root areas
One hydration and one full aid station on course per loop
Nice swag options - I chose the soft SS tee with the new 2026 logo
Matching finishers medal for all athletes
Snow cones and sweet / salty snacks
OA / AG awards in 5 year increments, 3 deep