Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2024-2025

The Night Owl Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K is an exciting night-time running event taking place on January 11, 2025, at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, OH. This unique race offers participants the chance to experience the thrill of running through beautiful wooded trails under the ..

The Dirty Snowflake 4 Hour & 3 x 2 Mile event is set to take place at Silver Springs Park Lodge in Stow, Ohio, as part of the 2025 Dirty Trail Series. Participants can choose between two events: the 4 Hour challenge, where they complete as many 2-mile loops as possible, or the 3 x 2 Mile, which focu..

The Lake Of The Woods 5k & 50K is a running event scheduled for February 15, 2025, in Farmersville, Ohio. This event features multiple race options, including a 5k Trail Run, a 50k Trail Run, as well as rucking events for both distances. Participants can enjoy the scenic trails while challenging the..

The Dirty Love 15k & 8k is a fun and engaging running event taking place in Willoughby Hills, OH, on February 16, 2025. Participants can choose between two distances: a 15k or an 8k, both set in the scenic North Chagrin Reservation. The event encourages runners and hikers to enjoy the winter landsca..

The Olde Girdled Grit Trail Run is a challenging running event featuring both marathon and half-marathon distances. Participants start at Parkside Elementary School in Concord Township, Ohio, and traverse scenic trails through the Girdled Road Reservation, which includes various terrains such as hil..

The Get Lucky 50/50 event in Canal Fulton, OH, features three race distances: 25K, 50K, and 50 miles, all set along the scenic Ohio Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Participants will enjoy well-supplied aid stations and have a generous 14-hour time limit to complete their races. Each entry includes a $10 c..

The Mo Spring event, taking place at Mohican State Park, features a Marathon, Half Marathon, and 15k race, inviting both seasoned runners and beginners to enjoy the rugged trails and scenic beauty of the park. Participants will experience the vibrant spring ecosystem, including diverse flora and fau..

The Little Oregon Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place in Cleveland, Ohio, featuring a 12K trail race, a 5K trail race, and a Kid's Fun Run ranging from 0.25 to 0.5 miles. Set in the scenic Rocky River Reservation, participants can enjoy a picturesque course lined with trees reminisce..

Ohio's Backyard Ultra is a unique endurance running event held at McChesney Ridge Athletic Club in Lucasville, Ohio. Following the "Last Person Standing" format, participants run a 4.1667-mile loop every hour until only one runner remains. The event, which began in 2019, emphasizes inclusivity and a..

The Scout Run, organized by Boy Scout Troop 186, is set to take place in Lebanon, OH, featuring a two-mile mixed surface trail loop that incorporates parts of the Colonial Park and French Run trail systems. Participants can choose between a 2-mile and a 4-mile run, as well as a virtual option. The e..

The Vernal Equinox 48-24-12-8 Hour Run is an exciting ultrarunning event taking place at Majestic Farm in Batavia, Ohio, from March 28 to 30, 2025. Participants can choose from four different race durations: 48 hours, 24 hours, 12 hours, and 8 hours, all set on a scenic 2-mile loop featuring wooded ..

Legends of the Valley is an exciting backyard cross-country trail running event taking place at Valley View Nature Preserve. Scheduled for December 7, 2024, this inaugural race welcomes individual runners, teams, and kids, offering a scenic course and traditional team scoring. Participants can choos..

The Flirt with Dirt Half Marathon and 10k is an exciting running event taking place at the Oak Grove Picnic Area in Brecksville, Ohio. Scheduled for March 29, 2025, this race features scenic courses on the hiking and bridle trails of the Brecksville Reservation, catering to runners and hikers of all..

The Iron Furnace Trail Run, scheduled for April 5, 2025, is a challenging running event held at Lake Hope State Park and Zaleski State Forest in Ohio. Participants can choose between a 13.1-mile half marathon and a 5-mile race, both featuring scenic single-track trails that showcase the area's natur..

The Muddy Duck is an exciting trail running event taking place at the Rocks and Roots Trail in Alum Creek State Park, Lewis Center, OH. Scheduled for April 6, 2025, participants can choose from four race distances: 6K, 10K, 20K, and 50K. This event promises a unique experience as runners navigate th..

The Caesar Creek Trail Race, taking place from April 12 to April 13, 2025, at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio, offers a variety of running events including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 20K relay. Participants can also join the "6 Hours of Power" event. The race features scenic trails..

The Camp Hook 4 Hour Trail Runs, organized by the Ohio River Road Runners Club, offers an exciting weekend of running events at the scenic Camp Hook Campground in Franklin, Ohio. Participants can choose between a 4-Hour Solo event or a 4-Hour Team Relay, both set on a picturesque 1.85-mile loop trai..

The Alum Creek Trail Race, scheduled for April 19, 2025, at Alum Creek State Park in Lewis Center, Ohio, features a variety of events including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, a 20K relay, and a unique 6-hour endurance challenge. Participants can enjoy the scenic trails of the park, which boasts diverse n..

The 6 Hours of Power at Alum Creek State Park is an exciting endurance running event scheduled for April 19, 2025. Participants will tackle as many 5K loops as possible within a six-hour timeframe, with a minimum of four loops required to officially complete the race. The event is designed for runne..

The Redbud Trail Challenge is an exciting trail running event set in the scenic hills of Southeast Ohio, specifically designed to benefit the Ohio Wilderness Boys Camp. Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk and a more challenging 10K run, both traversing the camp's rugged 600-acre forested p..