Hilltop U.S.A. 5K
About this race
🌟 Welcome to the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K! 🌟
📅 Save the Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 Join us for the longest-running race on the Hilltop and support an incredible cause.💖 Giving Back with Every Step Supporting Heroes: A portion of every registration benefits the American Legion Don Gentile Post 532 Honor Guard as well as every donation you make. Together, we've raised $24,227.55 and counting! Fueling Community Spirit: Your entry fees empower the Columbus Westside Running Club (CWRC), a vibrant, free running community. Learn more about their inspiring work at www.cwrunclub.com.
🏅 Race Perks For a $35 registration fee (through 3/31), you get: 👕 A super comfy race shirt 🏅 A collector's medal celebrating 250 years of America's Independence 🍨 A post-race scoop of Sweet Tooth Ice Cream that you will have absolutely earned
👟 Who Can Join? Whether you're running, walking, rucking, or cheering, your presence amplifies our cause. Open to all: seasoned athletes and first-timers alike.
For the safety and enjoyment for our participants, we kindly ask that you leave your dog at home.
🗾 The CourseThe race course is a PR-friendly lollipop course that follows the paved Camp Chase Trail west and loops at Wilson Road Park before returning back along the trail. This course is flat and fast and is primed for the person chasing their 5K PR or for the beginner who wants to crush their first race!
🏆 AwardsShine in your age group or conquer the ruck run for top honors and the chance to win awards.
💪 Looking for an Extra Challenge? Try the Ruck Run!
Push your limits in the Heavy "Ruck Run" Division at this year's Hilltop U.S.A. 5K—a true test of strength and endurance. Male participants must carry a 35lb+ rucksack, while female participants will carry 20lb+ rucksacks, following updated GoRuck guidelines for a more inclusive competition.
🏆 Special awards await the top male and female finishers! Before race day, be sure to review the essential rules and equipment guidelines to ensure you're fully prepared for this unique challenge.
🔗 Learn more and review the rules here: https://runsignup.com/Race/HilltopUSA5K/Page/Ruck-Run-Division-Rules 🎉 Let’s Rally Together! We're eager to greet you at the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K on Saturday, July 4th. Your participation enriches our community and honors our heroes.
✍️ Register Now: Be a part of something bigger, and make a difference with us!
THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
Join fellow runners on July 6, 2019 for the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Columbus.
Pick your distance
Running
5K Standard Run/Walk
Most participants will choose this event which is open to walkers and runners of all abilities. Hilltop U.S.A. 5K "Standard 5K" Schedule 07:00: Registration Opens. 08:10: Visit Sponsors to complete your Expo Passport to enter for a prize drawing including 2x $50 Columbus Running Company Gift Cards and a 3-Day nuCamp T@B 400 Boondock Camper Rental Grand Prize compliments of Haydocy Road Adventures 08:15: Color Guard Flag Raising Ceremony, National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance 08:30: Standard 5K Start 09:30: Standard 5K Awards Ceremony (Top 3 Overall Male/Female, Age Group Awards) 09:40: Passport Prize Drawing (must be present to win) 10:00: Course Closes
5K Heavy "Ruck Run" (Must Carry 35lb+ Rucksack/Backpack)
Hilltop U.S.A. 5K "Heavy Ruck Run" Schedule 07:00: Registration Opens. USE THE SPECIAL "RUCK RUN" REGISTRATION ON THE FAR LEFT TO WEIGH IN 08:10: Visit Sponsors to complete your Expo Passport to enter for a prize drawing including 2x $50 Columbus Running Company Gift Cards and a 3-Day nuCamp T@B 400 Boondock Camper Rental Grand Prize compliments of Haydocy Road Adventures 08:15: Color Guard Flag Raising Ceremony, National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance 08:33: Ruck Run Delayed Start 09:35: Ruck Run Awards Ceremony 09:40: Passport Prize Drawing (must be present to win) 10:00: Course Closes Official Rules for the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K "Heavy Ruck Run" Division • All participants will wear footwear. • Participants in the Ruck Run division must have a minimum of 35 pounds, including their rucksacks/backpacks, which will be weighed and verified at the finish line. • The frame of the ruck/backpack will count towards the 35-pound limit. • You must bring your own rucksack/backpack. Alice Style, Blackhawk, Molle, or Military issued packs are recommended. Civilian backpacks and backpacks without frames are also permitted. • Weighted Vests are not allowed. • You must bring your own weights. The 35 pounds cannot include rocks, sandbags (unless securely taped shut), water or other items which could be picked up along the route. • Please consider using food to use as weight in your backpack: beans, rice, nonperishable items, cans, macaroni, pasta, etc. You will be able to donate this food to the Mid-Ohio Food Bank when you reach the finish line. • You must weigh in before the race and weigh out after the race to be eligible for Top 3 Male/Female Awards. BDUs are optional but encouraged for military personnel.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Columbus in 2019, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Columbus
Hilltop U.S.A. 5K takes place in Columbus, Ohio, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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