Trail Running calendar near Akron 2025-2026

Conquer the Castle invites runners and ruckers to tackle distances from 100K to 5K on scenic looped trails around Squire's Castle. Finishers earn medals, 100K a buckle, and can opt to Be Knighted with a hill climb.

Join the Viking Relays and Races in Cleveland on November 1 for solo and team running on pavement and dirt trails. Pick timed endurance or four mile races and compete for team and individual awards.

Join the family friendly Get Fit Families Cross Country Race on November 2, 2025 for age group courses from kids to adults and a festive Halloween goody bag featuring gourmet cinnamon swirl bread. Finish with snacks and community fun in sce..

Tackle scenic single track trails at Raccoon Creek State Park in the Veterans Trail Festival, with 50K, 20 mile and 5K options for runners and walkers. Proceeds support veterans and the day wraps up with hospitality and veteran tributes.

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.

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.

Enjoy a scenic 15k at North Chagrin Reservation, looping through woodlands and past Squires Castle, Buttermilk Falls and Oxbow Lagoon. The final Dirty Trail Series race supports Cleveland Metroparks Trails and includes finisher swag.

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 the Seneca Valley Turkey Chase, a fast flat 5K at Graham Park on Thanksgiving Day with chip timing and age group awards. Run or walk, grab a race shirt, and bring a nonperishable food donation to support Armstrongs Breaking Bread.

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..

Tackle rolling trails at Salt Fork State Park in Kimbolton, Ohio during Bigfoot, a weekend of 10.4 mile loops offering 10 mile, 20 mile and 50K options. Enjoy scenic singletrack, finisher swag and race day support while helping local search..

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.

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.

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..

Choose the 50 mile, 50K, or 25K on the scenic Ohio Erie Canal Towpath, starting at St. Helena Park in Canal Fulton on March 21, 2026. Out and back courses with aid stations, cupless racing so bring a reusable cup, plus a 50/50 raffle.

Running with My Gnomies at Camp Tuscazoar offers scenic trail routes of 50K, 25K and a 9ish option through rolling camp hills. Enjoy single track trails, aid stations, a cupless policy and a playful gnome finisher medal.

Run loops under shade at Richfield Heritage Preserve on a scenic 2.92 mile loop with 225 feet of gain, with timed options from 6 Hour up to 100 Mile. Chase a big day or a personal best while supporting the preserve.

Mohican Trail Run in late May offers 100 mile, 50 mile and marathon races through scenic single track and dirt roads in Mohican Memorial State Forest near Loudonville Ohio. Expect rugged trails, hearty aid stations and a classic ultramarath..

Run the Rabid Raccoon weekend at Brady's Run Park on scenic single track and gravel trails, from 5k up to a 100 mile test. Trail Sisters approved, with coffee for all and beer for participants 21 and older.

Tackle the Eagle Up Ultra at St Helena Park in Canal Fulton with a scenic five mile loop along the Ohio Erie Canal Towpath. Pick 24 hour, new 25K, or relays chasing 100 miles, with aid stations, camping and a post race beer.