It’s our 12th year!
We are moved beyond words to have had such amazing support through the growing pains of hosting such a multifaceted race.
While most of you know we run a few miles on private property, some do not know the land owners name. That is Ramon and Betty Criss. May 2017 we lost Ramon.
With Betty’s permission we are proud of rename this race the Ramon Criss Storm the Dam Trail Run presented by Spencer, Wernli & Wilson Advisors.
The part we do run on was some of Ramon’s favorite land and he would often drive out to check on deer, turkey and other wildlife that made that beautiful land their own.
So as you run on that property, know it is even more special to us.
We can only run on it on race day, that was the one rule in order for him to allow us to continue exploring the beauty.
Race Details
The chip timed trail run winds through scenic El Dorado Lake State Park and adjacent *private property. The double loop marathon, half marathon and 10K connect to the Teter Nature Trail; with some challenging single track trail. Depending on rainfall expect some wet and muddy crossings. Storm up the dam and enjoy lake views as you run along the lakeshore. Grassy moderate rolling hills of the Boulder Bluff horse trail await you next, work your way through the Walnut Ridge Trail before crossing the finish line near the amphitheater.
The 5K starts with a storm up the dam, enjoy lake views as you run along the shore, find adventure on a short portion of trail course, cross the Walnut River bridge for a final push on paved surface to the finish line.
Marathon course limit is 6 hours
No bicycles, automobiles, roller skates, roller blades, skateboards, baby joggers, or animals allowed on the course.
Each mile is marked throughout the course, and six volunteer staffed aid stations await you with food and hydration. No cups, you must provide your own handheld or backpack. Stations will be used as refill areas.
*NOTE: The 2020 RACE WILL NOT HAVE CUPS AT AID STATIONS. RUNNERS MUST PROVIDE THEIR HANDHELDS OR HAVE A BACKPACK AND USE THE STATIONS AS REFILLS.
Start Times
6:00 AM
MARATHON
7:00 AM
HALF MARATHON & 10K
7:30 AM
5K
Course Maps
All races will begin and end at the amphitheater in the Walnut Creek Campground of El Dorado State Park.
5K
Course map
*UPDATED COURSE MAP*
10K
Course map
*UPDATED COURSE MAP*
Half Marathon & Double Loop Marathon map
*UPDATED COURSE MAP*
Private property, as well as through public areas, the run includes two miles of trails on private property, to which Storm the Dam participants are granted permission to access ONLY the day of the race. Anyone who returns in the future will be considered trespassers and could be subject to arrest, and possible penalties, over which Oz Events has no control
Race Swag
All participants receive a dri fit race shirt.
Shirts guaranteed if registered by May 16
Run, Walk, Crawl across the finish line and receive a custom finisher’s medal.
Top 5 Female and Male in each race receive finishers plaques
Food and beverages provided post-race
Awards Ceremony
5K and 10K age group will begin at 9AM
Half Marathon age group awards will be at 9:30AM
Marathon age group awards will be at 10:30am
No awards will be mailed
Official Race Bib with Chip Timing, Custom Finisher’s Medal & Official Race Shirt!
Packet Pickup
Available on the day before the race and race day only
Friday June 5, 2020
Oz Events Office
145 N Main
El Dorado, KS 67042
2:00pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday June 6, 2020
Amphitheater
El Dorado State Park
Walnut Creek Campground
5:00 am – 7:15 am
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
NO DEFERMENTS
NO TRANSFERS
NO ITEMS WILL BE MAILED
Registration
$1.00 per runner goes to the El Dorado YMCA!
SHIRT GUARANTEED IF SIGNED UP BY MAY 11
Race Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors who make this event great year after year!
Race sponsorship is a great way to get additional exposure and support the community. Get your brand or product out there for the world to see on our race shirts, website, medals, bibs, banners, and more.
This is a great opportunity to reach a targeted affluent audience of consumers. The Ramon Criss Storm the Dam Trail Run presented by Spencer, Wernli & Wilson attracts a variety of participants from casual runners starting to get fit, currently active runners, to seasoned athletes. Participants come from across Kansas and beyond, most years we have 13 states represented in at least one of the four races, the marathon, half marathon, 10K or 5K. By becoming a sponsor, your business, products, and brand will have a strong presence at the event providing a direct connection and contributing making a spectacular race experience.
Directions
Do not use GPS, map websites or apps, those directions will not get you to the race start.
Must have $5.00 per car or State Park Pass
Directions From I-35:
From I-35 take exit 76 (El Dorado North) Turn left onto N. Main St. (South US-77) Take first left onto Myers Rd. Go 1.6 miles turn right on Boulder Bluff RdGo 1.4 miles and turn right into Walnut River Campground (Attendant will be at gate)
Directions from El Dorado or 254:
Take Main St. (US-77) North to 12th St. Turn Right at 12th Go 2.1 miles to Boulder Bluff Rd. (just below dam) and turn left Go 0.7 miles and turn left into Walnut River Campground.
Do not use GPS, map websites or apps, those directions will not get you to the race start.
Must have $5.00 cash per car or State Park Pass