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Canal Corridor Endurance Run

Canal Corridor Endurance Run is a 100 Miler, 50 Mile (Front Half), 50 Mile (Back Half and Night) event held in Akron, Ohio. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 150 runners take part across all distances.

Usually held
October
Location
Akron, OH
Field size
~150 runners

Race details

Last held
October 10, 2026
Usually held in
October
Location
Akron, Ohio
Distances
100 Miler, 50 Mile (Front Half), 50 Mile (Back Half, Night)
Field size
About 150 runners
Course
Flat canal towpath out-and-back; ~1,500 ft total gain over 100 miles (~950 ft Front Half 50, ~550 ft Back Half 50)
Registration
ultrasignup.com
Official website
seotrevents.com

Registration, course & weather

Start time
6:00 AM EDT
Course profile — 100 Miler
Out-and-back course; Mostly trail, some road; USATF certified
Course profile — 50 Mile (Front Half)
Out-and-back course; Mostly trail, some road; USATF certified
Course profile — 50 Mile (Back Half, Night)
Out-and-back course; Mostly trail, some road; USATF certified
Typical race-day weather
about 51°F at the start, 84% humidity, 6 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked September 28, 2026)

About the Canal Corridor Endurance Run

Canal Corridor Endurance Run is a fast, flat, USATF-certified ultramarathon on the Ohio & Erie Canalway Towpath Trail, starting and finishing at Missing Falls Brewery in downtown Akron, Ohio. New in 2026, runners can choose the full 100 Mile out-and-back, or a Front Half or Back Half 50 Mile option; the 100 Mile serves as a 2027 Western States Endurance Run lottery qualifier.

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Canal Corridor Endurance Run: common questions

When is the Canal Corridor Endurance Run?
The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
Where is the Canal Corridor Endurance Run held?
In Akron, Ohio.
What distances does the Canal Corridor Endurance Run offer?
100 Miler, 50 Mile (Front Half), 50 Mile (Back Half and Night).
How many people run the Canal Corridor Endurance Run?
About 150 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
How do I register for the Canal Corridor Endurance Run?
Registration is handled by the organiser at ultrasignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
Is registration open for the Canal Corridor Endurance Run?
Registration status as last checked September 28, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $190 (from seotrevents.com, checked September 28, 2026).
What time does the Canal Corridor Endurance Run start?
6:00 AM EDT.
What is race-day weather usually like at the Canal Corridor Endurance Run?
about 51°F at the start, 84% humidity, 6 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked September 28, 2026).