Ignite Trail Marathon
Ignite Trail Marathon offers a scenic half-marathon loop through Chain O'Lakes State Park.
Race Date
Dec 12, 2026
Location
Albion, IN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Albion, Indiana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,450
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ignite Trail Marathon and Half Marathon series invites runners to Chain O'Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana. This event, now in its third year, offers a 13.1-mile loop course, with runners completing it once for the half marathon or twice for the full marathon.
The course winds through the park, providing a scenic trail experience. With an 8-hour cutoff, the race is accessible to a range of runners. Aid stations are supported by local cross-country teams, adding a community fundraising element to the event.
As the RRCA Indiana State Championship Race in 2024, the Ignite Trail Marathon is a competitive event for those seeking a challenging and well-supported trail race. The series aims to grow, with approximately 82 finishers in recent editions, drawing participants from around six states.
Race-provided description
As a part of the Ignite Trail series, come enjoy beautiful Chain O'Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana for our newest race - the Ignite Trail Marathon and Half Marathon. The course will be a 13.1 mile loop that you will run once or twice. There will be a 8 hour cut off for this event starting at 8:00am with a 4:00pm cut off. You will enjoy 3 aid stations which we are trying to get local Cross Country teams to help man to help fundraise for their programs. The 2024 Ignite Trail Marathon is also the RRCA Indiana State Championship Race! ***Registration closes approximately 1 week prior to the event*** ***NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION***
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
2355 E 75 S, Albion, IN, 46701
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick533 years running
~82 finishers a year
growing or steady
26% returning runners
3 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 6 states
winner 1:35:08
typical high 39°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
26°
Afternoon (High)
39°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,450 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,450
Median time
2:41:33
Latest turnout
82
States
9
Turnout by year
2023–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ignite Trail Marathon?
The Ignite Trail Marathon is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Ignite Trail Marathon take place?
It takes place in Albion, Indiana.
What distances does the Ignite Trail Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the Ignite Trail Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Ignite Trail Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Ignite Trail Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,450 runners who have completed the Ignite Trail Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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