Trail Running calendar near Akron 2026-2027

An inaugural 4 mile event on July 31, 2026 at Iron Horse Trail in Alliance, Ohio, with in-person and virtual 4 mile options. Registration runs March 28 to July 24 with a $35 fee and includes a bib, shirt, and medal.

Runners and horseback riders share the same mixed-terrain trail in Burgettstown, PA on August 1, 2026, with distances from 10k to 50 miles.

A Backyard Ultra on a multi generation tree farm in Glenmont, Ohio with separate day and night loops through old growth timber and historic farm buildings.

A 5K Run and Walk on a private airfield runway in Malvern, Ohio. The course uses hard packed grass, is managed by Run to You Racing, and has registration April 1 to June 15 with a $25 fee.

A timed *5K* at Moraine State Park that runs from Pleasant Valley Beach onto the Sunken Garden Trail. Part of the Moraine Regatta, the day includes vendors, water sports, a commemorative shirt, and age-group awards.

Trail event at Oak Hill Trail Head in Cuyahoga Valley National Park offering 5 and 10 mile run or hike with awards and Dirty Trail Series VIP options.

A cross country 5K and a 0.5 mile kids fun run at South Range High School in Canfield Ohio with finisher medals, event shirts, and awards for top overall and age group finishers.

Obstacle course events in Zelienople on August 23, 2026, featuring a 1.2 to 1.5 mile loop race, age-group challenges, awards, and a multi-day kids camp.

An approximately 203 mile out-and-back road run from Walnut Beach to Wellsville with a six day cutoff, limited official support, and an optional 100 mile challenge.

Two short races at Boettler Park on August 13, 2026 organized by Summit Athletic Running Club. The 2 Mile is open to high school, middle school and open runners; awards and ribbons follow the races.

A 5K cross country race at Penitentiary Glen Reservation in Willoughby on August 18, 2026. The course mixes grass fields and crushed limestone trails, with separate races for male and female competitors and open entry for kids and adults.

In-person and virtual 1 mile, 5K and 10K events at Lincoln Way Vineyards in Wooster OH on August 29 2026 with race items and a wine pour.

Endurance race on one of Cleveland's steepest hills where runners complete as many laps as possible within 1, 3, 6, or 12 hour limits. All registrations and donations go directly to cancer patients through the Nelson Family Foundation.

An evening trail event at Hemlock Nature Preserve on September 4, 2026 offering a 7-mile (about 11 km) run, ruck, or hike plus a 1-mile option, a twice crossed stream, live German music, biergarten, chip timing, awards, and post-race food.

Multi-distance trail races on a 25 mile loop at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover OH, featuring night options, cupless aid stations, pacer policies, and finisher awards.

Trail races at Camp Manatoc on September 5, 2026 include a half marathon plus new 15K and 5K options on mostly single track technical trails; dogs are allowed.

A community Memorial 5K Run/Walk through Dover City Park, starting and finishing at the softball field by Dover Middle School, with proceeds supporting a local scholarship fund.

A 24 hour 10K loop challenge at Moraine State Park on September 11 to 12, 2026, with laps across Pleasant Valley, Hilltop and Sunken Garden trails.

Trail ultramarathons of 25K and 50K around scenic Mill Creek Park in Youngstown featuring mostly single track trails, rocky and rooted terrain, a rugged stream crossing, and staffed aid stations.

Trail races at Richfield Heritage Preserve offering 50K, half marathon, and 10K on mixed single track, bridle trails, fields, and camp roads in mid September.