Trail Running calendar near Chillicothe 2026-2027

Run a challenging and scenic 14-mile trail race through Caesar Creek State Park in Ohio. Enjoy post-race homemade chili at this affordable, community-focused event organized by the Ohio River Road Runners Club. The February weather adds an..

This 10-mile race follows an out-and-back course on the scenic Little Miami recreation path. It's a classic "small race" from the Ohio River Road Runners Club, featuring chip timing and a simple, affordable entry.

A trail run and walk at Landen-Deerfield Park on March 14, 2026 featuring about 3.5 miles of wooded, winding dirt trails with creek crossings. It is the opening event of the Dirt Days Trail Series with chip timing and age group awards.

This 5k event in Dayton combines a route on the Iron Horse Bike trail with neighborhood streets. Organized by a local running club, it's free for members and offers chip timing. All finishers get a refreshment at the end.

Scout Run in Lebanon, OH offers in person and virtual 5K events on March 21, 2026 along mixed surface trails using Colonial Park and French Run systems. Early registrants receive a commemorative t-shirt and a hand crafted finisher medal.

This 5k run/walk starts at Valley Vineyards Winery & Brewery in Morrow. Registration includes race swag, a wine pour, and chip timing. It's open to all ages, and strollers and dogs are welcome on the course.

Point-to-point 50K, 25K, and 10K trail runs on March 28, 2026, from Fraziers Bottom to Camp Arrowhead near Ona, WV, following mostly single-track trails through three counties with ridges, creeks, bridges, and a waterfall.

A trail race at the Rocks and Roots Trail in Alum Creek State Park on April 4, 2026 offering 6K, 10K, 20K and 50K options on alternating loops, with pre-event pickup at Fleet Feet Columbus and race day pickup at the park.

A trail event at Lake Hope State Park and Zaleski State Forest offering a 13.1 mile and a 5 mile singletrack course with substantial elevation gain, wooden finisher awards, a race shirt, and limited-field registration.

A 10 mile trail race at Forest Field Park in Centerville consisting of two five mile loops on trails, prairie and some paved and gravel paths. Entry is free for ORRRC members and youth, and $10 for non members ages 15 and up.

Trail races at Deception Pass State Park offering a half marathon, a 10K and a combined double totaling 19.3 miles. Courses run on single track trails, bluffs and coastal sections and cross the historic Deception Pass Bridge with sea views.

A weekend of 4 hour trail events at Camp Hook in Twin Creek MetroPark featuring Solo and 2 or 3 person Relay on a roughly 1.85 mile loop around Lake George. Mostly trail surface with a single creek crossing and limited field sizes.

Trail races at Alum Creek State Park on April 18, 2026 feature a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and a six hour timed event, with race medals, bibs, nutrition products and published results.

Trail race day at Caesar Creek State Park on April 25, 2026 offering a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 20K relay, a six-hour endurance option, and a season Pack Pass; participants receive bibs, fueling, medals, and timed results.

Trail trail races at Caesar Creek State Park Campground in Waynesville on April 25, 2026 include a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay, and a 6-hour event; participants receive bibs, nutrition supplies, medals, and certified timing.

A trail event at Great Seal State Park offering 100 mile, 100k, 20 mile, and 5k distances on a 20 mile single-track loop with significant elevation and specific cutoffs and deferral rules.

A trail run event in Ohio's Wayne National Forest featuring a hilly 5K and a family-friendly 1-mile run. The event awards medals for top finishers and raises funds for cross-country teams.

Run a 10K trail race at George Rogers Clark State Park. This ORRRC event is free for club members and runners 14 and under, with a $10 fee for others. Enjoy chip timing, refreshments, and 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 on May 9, 2026 in Strouds Run State Park near Athens Ohio offers 50K, 25K and 11K courses on mostly singletrack with varied hills, a lake loop and designated aid stations.