The Tecumseh Trail Marathon was my 4th trail race and probably my second hardest marathon (sorry, but Jay Challenge still takes top honors in my personal experience). The course was beautiful and mostly well marked and very, very challenging. Great aid stations, nice sweatshirts and yummy food at the end. Thanks to all involved in putting on this race.

I am new to marathoning and ran my first one less than three months ago. Tecumseh was my fourth marathon in that time and my first trail attempt.

I do not know when I have had such a good time - running or otherwise!

I am not really the outdoorsy type but I had a blast from start to finish. I felt like I got to be a kid again for a few hours - running down hills, climbing over logs and jumping across streams.

I loved the relaxed atmosphere. Everyone was walking up the hills so there was no pressure to try to sprint up them and, while exhausting in their own way, the uphill portions provided some time to catch my breath.

The aid stations weren't the normal types with volunteers holding out a cup for a runner to grab as they rushed by. While water or Gatorade could be grabbed on the go if they chose, many runners actually stopped to chat, nibble on cookies and even waited to have a hot cup of coffee or cocoa made for them!

Also, I loved the sweatshirt! Dr. Seuss was quoted on the back: "This is your day! Your mountain is waiting so get on your way!"

I plan to run this one again and again and encourage anyone considering a trail marathon to 'Go For It' in Tecumseh!

Beautiful but challenging course with a few water crossings and many hills. Well organized with very freindly specators and volunteers. The race photos were very well done as well. This is my only trail marathon but I highly recommend it.

This is a marathon course with a little bit of everything; single track paths, logging roads, some paved and gravel roads, and way more hills than you would expect in Indiana. The course follows the recently bulit Tecumseh Trail in Southern Indiana, so maps and trail information are easy to find.

Some details to keep in mind to make your run more enjoyable: The course is point-to-point. We rode school busses from the finish area to the starting line, so get there plenty early. Also, restroom facilities are sparse at the finish area and non-existent at the start, so plan ahead!

This was by far the toughest marathon I've done. I was 1 hour behind my previous slow marathon time, but I loved every minute of it. If there had been a limo (or pickup truck) at mile 17 offering me a ride back to the finish, I would have considered it, but I'm glad I finished. Many, many hills, stream and log crossings, switchbacks, beautiful scenery. Everything you could possibly want in a trail run. Don't do this one for a PR - do it for the pure enjoyment of running.

Fantastic trail race. It is a scenic, beautiful and challenging course in the middle of nowhere. The most frustrating part is the numerous creek crossings. I think we crossed the same creek 10 times in 2 miles, but I wouldn't change the course. It is a bit disconcerting to know that the race is during deer season and we could hear a few shots during the race. That kept me moving though. There are plenty of well stocked aid stations, and a terrific post-race meal of sandwiches and hot soup. We stayed in Columbus, IN and were amazed by how friendly the people are in Indiana. Marathons don't get much better than this one.

This run was a blast. It had a good mix of trail, terrain, difficulty, and some very nice scenery. The course was well marked, challenging, and importantly well supported. I've run plenty of trail marathons and longer distances and this one is a keeper. I'll be back next year

I absolutely love competing in this race. The course is very challenging, beautiful, and well marked. Time seems to fly by when running in this race. The race directors do a great job before, during, and after the race. I rated it a 1 star for spectators, but one does not do this race for crowd support. I saw more deer than I saw people cheering for me.

Definitely the most challenging course I have ever run, but also the most variety... running on roads and trails, over logs and roots, through mud and water. It was very well organized, with plenty of liquids and food at the aid stations. A great time.

Yes, Virginia, there are hills in Indiana, and lots of them! I have run 37 marathons and this was by far the most challenging. The course was quite hilly and forested, the weather cool and sunny. There were lots of log jumpings and creek crossings. Water resistant trail shoes and bright clothing were a big plus. The bright clothes came in handy not only for spotting other runners but for deterring confused deer hunters.

The trail was marked with plenty of blue ribbons and white stamp marks on the trees. I never felt lost and only fell hard once. The marathon was well organized with plenty of fluid/food stops. I am giving the spectators and volunteers a 5 because what they lacked in quanity was made up for in quality! I highly recommend this marathon to those looking for a bigger challenge. I may return if my toenails ever grow back. Thanks Indiana!!!