Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2026-2027

Hit the trails with the Wolf Pack 2026 Trail Running Series across Ohio State Parks from January to May, featuring distances from 5K to 50K and the unique 6 Hours of Power. Enter single races or grab a 2026 membership pass for access to the..

Hit the trails at Caesar Creek State Park on January 3 for a Saturday only event offering 5K, 10K, 20K relay, half marathon and a 6 hour endurance challenge. Be part of the Pack Pass series and enjoy scenic winter trails.

Run under the stars at Night Owl Trail on January 10, 2026 at Caesar Creek State Park. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on scenic rolling single track around the lake and earn a glow in the dark owl medal.

Experience the Fantastic Frigid 5K Series in January at Stratford Ecological Center in Delaware Ohio, running scenic nature trails around the preserve. One race is sold out and spots are limited for January 24, so register soon.

Join the Lake Of The Woods winter trail event on Sat Feb 7 2026 in Farmersville, offering 5k and 50k options for runners and ruckers rain or shine. Enjoy wooded lake loops, a finishers medal and warm camp comforts with soup and a bonfire.

Run or hike the Dirty Love 15k or 8k through scenic bridle trails at North Chagrin Reservation on Feb 15, 2026. Finishers get a medal and choose a triblend tee or travel mug while proceeds support Cleveland Metroparks trails.

Shake off winter at the Cabin Fever Trail Race at Richfield Heritage Preserve on Feb 21 with 5k and 5 mile runs, ruck and virtual entries. Enjoy a s'more station, Masthead beer garden, swag and awards while supporting the park.

Take on the Frosty 14 at Caesar Creek State Park on Feb 21: a scenic, mostly single track 14 mile trail featuring creek crossings and rolling climbs. Warm up after with homemade chili and great volunteer support.

Tackle the Olde Girdled Grit Trail Run in Concord Township on February 28, 2026 with a half marathon or team relay options across scenic winter trails. Finishers get a medal and cozy quarter zip plus warm soup and a sandwich for a great com..

Enjoy a scenic 10 mile out and back on the Little Miami trail in Yellow Springs on March 7. Chip timing, refreshments and friendly age group awards make this a welcoming community run.

Join Buzzard Day at Ledge Lake in Hinckley for challenging 25k trail loops with roots, rocks and rewarding climbs. Options from 25k to 100k, camping and lakeside bunkhouse available, with proceeds supporting Run To Share.

Run for the Green Trail Run on March 14 in Maineville at Landen Deerfield Park offers a scenic, about 3.5 mile wooded course with creek crossings. Walk and volunteer options make this an ideal kickoff to the Dirt Days Trail Series.

Celebrate St Patrick's Day with a friendly 5k along Dayton's scenic Iron Horse trail on March 15, 2026. Chip timing, refreshments and club awards make this volunteer run event a fun, affordable race for all ages.

Run the scenic Ohio Erie Canal Towpath Trail from St. Helena Park with 25k, 50k and 50 mile out and back options. Enjoy friendly aid stations, a cupless policy to protect the trail and a 14 hour time limit for the longest distance.

Run the Scout Run on March 21, 2026 in Lebanon, Ohio, with an in person or virtual 5K on scenic trail loops. Hosted by Boy Scout Troop 186, the event supports local projects and offers shirts and medals for early registrants.

Join the Little Oregon Trail Run on March 21 in Cleveland for scenic 13K and 5K courses plus ruck and kid friendly options. Enjoy pine lined single track, chip timing, finish snacks and a hooded sweatshirt for timely registrants.

The ORRRC Sugar Valley 10 Mile Trail Race will take place in Dayton on Sunday 22 March 2026. You can run 10 miles.

Run or walk a picturesque 5k through Valley Vineyards in Morrow, Ohio on March 28, 2026, then celebrate with a wine pour. Registration includes a soft tee, a shatterproof wine glass and a finisher medal that doubles as a wine stopper.

Flirt with Dirt 10k & Half Marathon invites trail runners to Brecksville Reservation for scenic hiking and bridle trails on March 28, 2026. Enjoy a finisher medal and pick your swag while supporting Cleveland Metroparks trails.

Join a scenic 5k run or walk at Rotary Lake in Barnesville on March 28, 2026, featuring mixed trails and roads and friendly competition. Bring the family for a free kids fun run, tasty post race treats and unique handcrafted nature trophies..