Wildwoods
About this race
Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Historic McGowan XC Course | Watkins Memorial Middle School
Experience the beauty of cross country racing at Wildwoods, a community event that brings runners of all ages together on the historic McGowan XC Course. Whether you're chasing a new personal record, enjoying a fun run with family, or introducing your child to the sport, Wildwoods has an event for everyone.
Choose from three race options:
5K
1-Mile Youth Run
Open to all ages, abilities, and experience levels, Wildwoods welcomes runners and walkers from Central Ohio & beyond. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or taking on your first race, you'll enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, scenic trails, and a memorable race-day experience.
Every participant receives an event tee & event bib number. Medals awarded to the top 175 5K finishers & top 25 Miler finishers
Best of all, every step supports a great cause. Proceeds benefit SWL Schools, helping provide valuable opportunities for local students and school programs.
Gather your family, invite your friends, and join us for a day of fitness, community, and outdoor adventure on one of the area's most historic cross country courses.
Pick your distance
Running
5K
1 Mile Youth Run
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Pataskala, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:10 AM and sets at 7:43 PM local time (EDT) in Pataskala on September 13, 2026 — 12h 33m of daylight.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Pataskala
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Pataskala 5K Races 3 races
- Pataskala Running Calendar 2026 3 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 3 Pataskala events
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