Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2026-2027

A trail race at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover, Ohio offering roughly 9 miles, 25k and 50k on single track and bridle trails. The course features hidden gnomes, stocked aid stations, and a gnome finisher medal.

A two-day trail event at John Bryan State Park near Yellow Springs, Ohio, featuring half marathons, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and a six-hour timed event. A Pack Pass offers entry into all 2026 events.

Trail races at Strouds Run State Park in Athens, OH on May 9, 2026 offer 50K, 25K and 11K courses. The mostly singletrack routes include the Thunderbunny Trail, a Dow Lake loop and a ridge overlook.

Timed trail event at John Bryan State Park where runners complete repeated 5K loops over six hours; official finish requires at least four loops and results record total loops completed.

Trail races at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn, Ohio with 5K, 10K, 15K and a 1.55 mile fun run using 1.55 mile out-and-back laps; overall awards, a costume award, and finisher medals are provided.

A community trail 5K and fun run in Zanesfield, Ohio on May 9, 2026 that welcomes runners and walkers. Registration opens April 9 and a race t shirt and swag are guaranteed for registrations by April 20.

A Spartan obstacle weekend at Southington Off Road Park near Cleveland with races from a kids course to a 50 km Ultra across wooded, rugged trails. The Trifecta option allows completing Sprint, Super and Beast in one weekend.

Timed ultramarathon at Richfield Heritage Preserve with a 2.92 mile loop and 225 feet of gain. Multiple distances, camping, overnight aid and live tracking.

Trail races at Hueston Woods State Park on May 16–17, 2026 offer multiple distances from 5K to a looped 50K that requires completing ten loops. Aid stations, finisher medals, a shirt order code, and drinks and pizza at the finish are provid..

Experience a diverse trail race at Hueston Woods State Park. Choose from several distances including a half marathon and explore unique terrain filled with ancient fossils.

A three loop 50 kilometer race through John Bryan State Park in Yellow Springs, Ohio on May 16, 2026. The event is cupless with fully manned aid stations, a nine hour cutoff, and finishing awards plus top three awards by gender.

Experience the ridges and meadows of Mt. Airy Forest in this multi distance trail race. Choose between 5.4 or 10.6 miles with early start options for those needing extra time on the scenic counter clockwise loop.

A series of three free community trail runs in Franklin County Metro Parks on May 21, May 30 and June 3, 2026. Events feature Hoka trail shoe demos, raffles, food and music, and attending all three earns a badge and entry for Hoka shoes.

Experience the diverse landscapes of Caesar Creek State Park with a range of trail races including 5K, 10K, half marathon, and relay options through scenic woods and meadows.

Trail-based race day at Camp Manatoc on May 23, 2026 offering 10k, half, marathon, and an 8-hour format on varied singletrack and wooded trails. Part of the Ohio Endurance Series with aid support, swag, awards, and donations benefiting Camp..

A 5K trail run and walk through the Norma Johnson Center trails near Dover, Ohio, with parking and awards hosted at Yellowbrick on 39. The mostly grass course includes mulched and dirt sections and features varied terrain.

Trail races at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn offer 5K, 10K, and 15K options on limestone cliffs and wooded trails, with finisher medals and awards for overall winners.

Trail races at Dillon State Park near Zanesville on May 29-30, 2026. Options include a 5.3 mile Yellow Loop and timed 6H and 24H ultras on shaded, varied trails with on-site camping and festival amenities.

A two-day team trail relay at Dillon State Park on May 29-30, 2026, with shaded forest trails, lake views, mixed terrain, and on-site camping at Ragnar Village. Teams can choose standard, ultra, or sprint formats.

Experience one of the nation’s oldest ultra-marathons through the 5,000-acre Mohican Memorial State Forest. This event offers 100-mile, 50-mile, and marathon distances and serves as a qualifier for the Western States 100.