Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2025-2026

Join the 17th annual After the PKs 5K Road and 10K Trail Run on November 9, 2025 in Van Buren Ohio for road and scenic trail options plus a kids fun run. All proceeds benefit Van Buren High School soccer and scholarships.

Join Turkey Trails Columbus on November 15 at Ohio State at Newark for fun runs from a Kids Dash to a 10k plus a virtual option. Chip timing, awards, race day packet pickup and a festive atmosphere make it great for families and all paces.

Join the Finish Strong 5K Trail Run or 1 Mile Fun Run hosted by Madison Christian School to support the Middle School Retreat. Enjoy off road trails, music, snacks, and campus spirit as runners of all ages chase medals, shirts, and fun priz..

Join the Dom Fratta XC Pavilion 5K in Willard on Nov 15 for a community 5K and 1 mile kids run as the town unveils a new cross country pavilion honoring a longtime coach. Proceeds support Willard cross country and local runners.

Take part in the Scarecrow Sprint 5K in Fremont, Ohio on November 15, 2025, a spirited cross country run around Walsh Park. All levels welcome, with finisher medals and race day registration available.

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..

Join Turkey Trails Cleveland at Clark Field on November 16 for family friendly 1 mile, 5k, 10k and kids dash options plus a virtual race. Enjoy chip timing, finisher medals, and designer shirts for a festive post run celebration.

The Dirty Dirty is a 15k trail race on Nov 22, 2025 at North Chagrin Reservation, two scenic loops through woodlands and past Squires Castle and Buttermilk Falls. Expect rugged trails, a finisher medal, and a lively community vibe.

Run 50K, 25K, or 5 mile loops from the Regal Beagle in Akron through Bath Nature Preserve and park, with rolling hills and mixed trail surfaces. All finishers get custom gifts including a Regal Beagle medal while supporting local conservati..

Join Turkey Trails Toledo on November 23 at Swan Creek Park for a family friendly Thanksgiving run with 1 mile, kids dash, chip timed 5k and 10k, plus a virtual option. Finishers get shirts and medals and age awards for 5k and 10k.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the 57th Penton Memorial Turkey Trot at Lorain County Community College in Elyria with a true 10K cross country course or a 2 mile fun run for all levels. Enjoy friendly competition, age group awards and lively hol..

Bigfoot at Salt Fork State Park in Kimbolton, Ohio on Dec 6 and 7 offers 50K, 20 mile and 10 mile courses on scenic rolling trails. Expect GPS tracking, clear markings, finisher swag and proceeds to local search and rescue.

Run the Topo Trail Marathon at East Fork State Park on December 7, 2025 with quarter, half and full options on a 6.55 mile singletrack loop. Enjoy aid stations, a race tee and a finisher medal on a scenic course.

Join the Frosty Buck Trail Race in Glenmont, OH on December 13, 2025 for scenic, looped winter trail running with 25k and 50k options. Tackle multiple laps of the original BBTBU course with light aid at the loop start and finish.

Join the Great Guernsey Trail 12Ks of Christmas in Lore City for a festive trail run with 12K, 5K and family fun options. Bring a new unwrapped toy to support Guernsey County Secret Santa and enjoy shirts, hot chocolate and medals.

Celebrate the season at the Candy Cane Course at University of Toledo on Dec 21, 2025 with in person and virtual options from a Kids Dash to a chip timed 12k. Bring a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and enjoy shirts, medals, and holiday..

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.

Join The Couple Shuffle in Toledo on Feb 1, 2026 for a fun, family friendly run with distances from 2 mile up to 15K plus a Kids Dash and virtual option. Enjoy designer shirts, finisher medals and age group awards for timed races.

Shake off winter at the Cabin Fever Trail Race in Richfield Heritage Preserve with on site and virtual options, 5k and 5 mile courses, and a soft long sleeve shirt with post race snacks. Warm up at the s'more station by the fire and enjoy a..

Celebrate St Patrick's spirit with Time to Paddy in Toledo on March 1 2026 offering 1 mile, 5k, 10k, half marathon, kids dash and virtual options. Runners enjoy custom shirts, medals, chip timing and a fun family vibe.