Fall Classic Course Map

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Half Marathon Course Map below

5K Course Map below

FAQ - Fall Classic

1. How do I register for the race?

2. Where and when is packet pick up ?

Friday November 19th from noon to 6:00 pm, and
Saturday November 20th from noon to 5:30 pm

There will also be day of race packet pickup at the Bonnie Park Pavilion starting at 7:30 a.m.
The Bonnie Park Pavilion is located off the Valley Parkway at Albion Road.
In person registration will be held during packet pick up periods on Friday & Saturday. NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION.
YES, a friend or family member can pick up your packet for you.

3. Where is the race course?

The course starts and finishes at Bonnie Park in the Mill Stream Run Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks in Strongsville, Ohio
Both races are run almost entirely on the Valley Parkway of the Cleveland Metroparks between Albion Road and Rt 82

4. What about the courses?

The half marathon is a double loop and is extremely flat
The 5K is also a flat out and back with a turnaround at the Cleveland Metroparks Chalet by the toboggan chutes.
Courses are USATF certified

5. What are the directions from the nearest highways?

From the north or south take I-71 to the Pearl Road (Rt 42) exit. Head west on Pearl Road for less than a mile to the RTA parking lot, which is next to the entrance to the Ohio Turnpike. The RTA parking lot will be on the south side of Pearl Road. The RTA parking lot is approximately 1/2 mile to Bonnie Park and the start. Note that due to limited parking at Bonnie Park and the race course logistics, the primary parking location is the RTA lot. Internal park roads will be restricted access around the race time.
If coming from the eastern or western suburbs take the Ohio Turnpike (Rt 80) to the Pearl Rd (Rt 42) exit and follow the above instructions.
For online searches or GPS directions Try "Strongsville Park-N-Ride" at GPS 41.339429, -81.827280

6. What are the Age Groups and Age Group awards?

Half Marathon: < 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over
5K: 9 and under, 10-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and over 80
Awards will also be given to the overall finisher, the top master's finisher (age> 40), and the first grand master's finisher (age >50), man and woman in each race
All participants completing the half marathon will receive laser engraved wood coasters.
All youth age 14 & under will receive a finishers medal in the 5K
Separate awards ceremonies to be held at the Bonnie Park Pavilion as soon as practically possible after the majority of the winners are determined in each race.

7. Will this race be chip timed?

8. Will there be water stops on the course?

Water and Gatorade will be available at approximately the halfway point and the finish of the 5K. Water and Gatorade will be available seven points during the half marathon and at the finish.

9. Will there be a bag drop area?

Yes, at the pavilion in Bonnie Park. Runners must provide their own bag. It is recommended that you do not put valuables in the bag.

10. Where are the parking spaces and road closures?

Parking is available at the RTA parking lot at the corner of the entrance to Rt. 80 (Ohio Turnpike) and Pearl Road and the Mill Stream Run Archery Range on Albion Road.
For online searches or GPS directions Try "Strongsville Park-N-Ride" at GPS 41.339429, -81.827280
The Valley Parkway will be blocked from traffic from just before the start of the race until approximately noon from Albion Road to Rt. 82

11. Are walkers welcome to participate in the event?

Yes, participants of all abilities are welcome including walkers
Participants who are finishing at a later time may be asked to move onto the parallel paved all purpose trail and will still finish at the same point as all other participants. This is dependent on the precise time when the Metroparks rangers require re-opening Valley Parkway to vehicles.
There will be an early start (08:15a.m.) for walkers and runners who do not believe they can complete the course in under three (3) hours.

12. Will there be port-a-johns?

Yes, at the Bonnie Park Pavilion (which is near the start/finish and halfway point of the half marathon) and two other spots on the course if weather conditions permit.

13. Do the proceeds from the race support any cause?

This race is hosted by Cleveland West Road Runners Club, a non-profit club. Net proceeds from this race and similar events throughout the year provide charitable support to the Cleveland Metroparks Trails Fund, the Girls With Sole charity, and underwrites free or subsidized entry for youth in running events and other active life events throughout the Westshore. For the Fall Classic 2021, registrants are invited to consider making an incremental donation during sign-up that will directly go to support the Cleveland Metroparks Trails Fund.

14. What sets the capacity limit for the race? What determines a "sell out"?

The maximum capacity for the race is set by the Cleveland Metroparks based on their assessment of the number of people, cars and traffic that section of the park can accommodate, and that limit is around 1,000 participants on the day of the event.

15. What Covid-19 issues are there?

The race must follow all health mandates and restrictions that the Cleveland Metroparks, Cuyahoga County Board of Health, and the State of Ohio may have in affect at the time of the race.
Race organizers will advise all race participants of any possible restrictions as soon as they are available, and will be sent via email.