Trail Running calendar near Columbus 2026-2027

Run the scenic Mt. Airy Forest trails on May 17, 2026 with 5.4 Mile and 10.6 Mile loop options through hills, ridges, streams and meadows. A casual Trekker entry gives recorded time and extra finish time for a relaxed trail experience.

Trail run at Brown County State Park on May 30, 2026 offering 5K and 15K courses with long climbs, singletrack sections, and GPX maps available.

Run MoMoFo in Morgan Monroe State Forest June 5 to 6, 2026 with a tough 100 km or scenic 20 mile loop through old growth forest, rock formations and lakes. Virtual entries and UTMB index points available.

A 3.6 mile trail through French Park in Cincinnati featuring meadow and interior trails with multiple creek crossings using stepping stones, log bridges or water routes. This is the fourth leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series on Father’s Day 2..

The Dino Trail Run will take place in North Vernon on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 5 and 15 kilometers.

Trail run at Southwestway Park in Indianapolis on August 15, 2026, offering 5K and 15K courses over hilly mixed-surface trails. It is the final race of the DINO 5K/15K series and includes awards plus a free kids run.

Tackle the rugged Knobstone Trail at the Sorta Mountain Stage Race in Borden, IN with distances from a 5 Miler to a challenging 50K. Enjoy aid stations, a unique 50K finisher medal, and support SAM'S Foundation.

Hit the trails at the Yeti Trail Run in Mount Airy Forest Cincinnati with 5K, 10K, half marathon and 30K options through meadows, woods and along a fossil creek. Finishers get medals, costumes are encouraged and walkers are welcome.

Enjoy scenic 5K and 10K trail runs or walk and hike options at Deam Lake in Borden Indiana on October 3, 2026. Expect rolling climbs, creek crossings, multi use trails and reusable cupless aid stations for a sustainable race.

An annual trail running festival at Yellowwood State Forest on October 17, 2026, with distances from 8 miles to 50k including a 2-4 person 50k relay, festival camping, course maps and GPX files, aid station support, and post-race awards.

The West Side, Best Side 5K Trail Run will take place in North Bend on Sunday 18 October 2026. You can run 3 miles.

Join the Monster Dash in Bloomington for a fun 1 mile or 5K along the Karst Greenway Trail, where costumes, dogs and strollers are welcome. Enjoy free race photos and support the Auxiliary to the Boys and Girls Club.

Hit the haunted trails at French Shelter Park on October 31 for a festive 5K or 10K with costume fun, family games and gift card giveaways. All finishers receive a custom T shirt and medal and live prizes include a best costume award.

Run The Mounds offers scenic mostly trail courses at Mounds State Park, with options from a kids 1 mile fun run to 5 MI and 5K distances. Tackle rugged trails, earn a finisher medal, and enjoy park views.

Run the NIRCA Cross Country Open 6K in Shelbyville, IN on November 7 as a spirited prelude to nationals. Race rain or shine with optional spikes and limited edition event gear.

The Krampus will take place in Indianapolis on Friday 4 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A multi-distance trail event at PYOCA Camp near Brownstown IN featuring 10 mile, 50k, 100k and 100k relay options, live tracking for the 100k, cabin meal packages, well stocked aid stations and a 24 hour race cutoff.