Trail Running calendar near Lawrenceburg 2025-2026

Join Empower Backyard Ultra in Lebanon, Ohio for a last person standing event with 12 Hour and 24 Hour fixed distance options. Run measured loops on scenic trails by day and a quiet bike path by night while enjoying swag and refreshments.

Run the scenic limestone gorge at John Bryan State Park in Yellow Springs, OH with distances from 5K to half marathon, a relay and a 6 hour challenge. Enjoy marked mixed terrain, rolling climbs, aid stations and finisher swag.

Run the Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler on November 8, 2025 at Veterans Park in Lexington. Scenic and technical 4 mile trails with roots, rocks and creek crossings, offered in person or virtual. Proceeds support Hickman Creek Conservancy.

Challenge yourself on scenic trails around Deam Lake with choices from a 6 mile or 12 mile run to a 4 hour endurance option. All finishers earn awards and the race is part of the Winter Warrior series for extra bragging rights.

Join Turkey Trails at Sawyer Point Park in Cincinnati on November 16 for fun runs for the whole family, from Kids Dash to 10k plus a virtual option. Enjoy race shirts, medals, and scenic riverfront routes with awards for 5k and 10k finisher..

Tackle rugged singletrack at the JMF Trails Hillbilly Half, a scenic trail half marathon through Louisville's Jefferson Memorial Forest on November 22. Expect challenging climbs, forest views, and friendly aid stations to keep you moving.

Run or stroll a new 5K at Kentucky Horse Park, finishing inside a festive Holiday Village with lights, Santa photos and mini train rides. Choose chip timed competitive entry or a relaxed untimed stroll, family and dog friendly.

Hit the trails at the Harrods Creek Trail Bash with scenic 5K and 10K loop options through meadow and single track. Enjoy a community run that supports park upkeep and snag a long sleeve tee with early registration.

The Run Empowered Series will take place in Cincinnati on Monday 1 December 2025.

Run scenic, rugged trails in Jackson Washington State Forest at Jackson County Ultras on December 6 with 10 mile, 50k, 100k and team relay options, laps that pass lakes and ridgetop views. Indoor post race comfort and buckle awards for 100k..

Take on the Topo Trail Marathon at East Fork State Park on a scenic 6.55 mile singletrack loop, choosing Quarter, Half or Full distances. Chip timing, aid stations, a long sleeve race shirt and a finisher medal add extra race day perks.

Run the Waverly Winter Warrior at Waverly Park in Louisville on December 14, choosing a 6.5 mile trail loop or a half marathon. Part of the Winter Warrior Series, the event rewards every finisher and offers bundle discounts for multiple rac..

Celebrate the season at the ORRRC Winter Solstice Trail Half in Yellow Springs, Ohio, a scenic trail run. Enjoy chip timed results, aid stations, a finisher award and post race refreshments on friendly trails.

Run under the stars at the Night Owl Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K around scenic Caesar Creek State Park. Expect wooded single track, rolling hills and fun aid stations for a challenging and memorable night trail experience.

Run the Scout Run in Lebanon OH on March 21, 2026: an in person 5K on scenic mixed surface trails or a virtual 5K from anywhere. Support Boy Scout Troop 186 and register early for a commemorative shirt and finisher medal.

Vernal Equinox multi hour trail run March 27 to 29 at Majestic Farm in Batavia, Ohio offers 8 to 48 hour races and a Ruckers 12. Scenic 2 mile loop, cupless aid stations with hot food and shared stalls.

Knobstone 50 on April 11, 2026 is a point to point 50 mile trail race through rugged southern Indiana with roughly 10,000 feet of climbing along the Knobstone Trail. Registration closes April 3 and pacers are allowed for the 50 mile field.

Join the Backside Trail Marathon in Louisville's Cherokee and Seneca Parks on April 26, 2026, with marathon or half on scenic single track. Medals for all finishers and a Double Down award for back to back weekend runners.

Run rugged trails in Brown County at Dances with Dirt Gnaw Bone, with steep ridges, creek crossings, and scenic woods near artisan Nashville, Indiana. Options from 5K to 50M plus a relay and post race barbecue and brew.

Run scenic single track loops at Caesar Creek State Park in the Dawg Gone Long Run, with 50 Mile and 50k options, generous cutoffs and volunteer aid stations. Expect rolling trails, technical footing and a friendly cupless race atmosphere.