Trail Running Calendar Ohio 2026-2027

Trail event at Great Seal State Park with 100 mile, 100k, 20 mile and 5k options on a 20 mile single track loop. Aid stations, pacer rules, mandatory gear and drop bag policies are in place.

Experience a technical trail run through 600 acres of forested hills in Southeast Ohio. Choose between a rugged 10K or a scenic 5K course featuring a suspension bridge and primitive campsites.

Outrun 24 Hour Trail Race in Kirtland, Ohio uses a USATF certified 1.002445 mile loop and lets participants run any distance up to 24 hours. Live chip timing, event swag, medals under 100 miles and a buckle for 100 mile finishers are provid..

Conquer a hilly road course or a family trail run at Wayne National Forest to support local cross country teams. This scenic event offers medals for top finishers and all participating children.

A community 5K in Troy, Ohio on May 3, 2026, part of the Miami County Park District Trail Run Challenge, with multiple registration and pricing options, on-site check-in, health assessments, and awards by overall and age group.

This 10 km trail race is organized by the Ohio River Road Runners Club at George Rogers Clark State Park. Entry is free for club members and runners 14 and under, and just $10 for others. It's a chip-timed event with refreshments and age gr..

A trail event at Camp Tuscazoar in Dover Ohio offering 9ish, 25k and 50k courses on single track, bridle trails and short gravel sections, with well stocked aid stations, a cupless policy, and gnome themed finishers awards.

Hit the trails at John Bryan State Park on May 9 and 10, 2026, for scenic, challenging courses from 5K to a looping half marathon plus relays and a 6 hour challenge. Finish with a medal and aid stations; grab a Pack Pass for the season.

Thunderbunny Trail Races in Athens, Ohio on May 9, 2026 offers 50K, 25K and 11K routes at Strouds Run State Park. The courses use mostly singletrack and include a Dow Lake loop and an Athens Ridge overlook.

A six hour timed trail event at John Bryan State Park where runners complete as many 5K loops as they can; official completion requires at least four loops and results are by total loops completed.

Trail races at Oakes Quarry Park in Fairborn, Ohio on May 9, 2026, traverse limestone cliffs and wooded trails. Events include a 1.55 mile fun run plus 5K, 10K, and 15K distances, with awards and finisher medals.

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.

Timed loop running options of 30 or 60 minutes plus a 0.25-mile Kids Dash at Leeds Farm in Ostrander on May 15, 2026. Hosted by the BVW PTO, proceeds support Buckeye Valley West school programs.

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 ultrarunning options on a mostly shaded 2.92 mile loop at Richfield Heritage Preserve, with camping, aid station service, chip timing and awards for finishers. Multiple timed distances and a 100 mile option are offered.

This unique 50K ultramarathon at Hueston Woods State Park challenges runners to complete ten 5K loops, each within a strict 50-minute window. The weekend also features half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 6-hour race options for all participants.

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.

This cupless 50k ultramarathon features a scenic 3-loop course through the limestone gorge of John Bryan State Park. Runners face a 9-hour cutoff but can opt for an early start. Registration includes a tech shirt, and all finishers receive..

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.