Trail Running calendar near Chillicothe 2025-2026

Sprint for Survivors is a fundraising running and walking event in Marysville, Ohio, at Jim Simmons Trail. It offers a 1-mile walk, a 5k, and a 10k, inviting participants of all levels. The event raises awareness of human trafficking and supports She Dreams Again, a faith-based nonprofit aiding trau..

The Caesar Creek Trail Race, held at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio, is a scenic trail running event featuring multiple race options over a weekend in September. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay, and a unique "6 Hours of Power" endurance challenge. The c..

The Hocking Hills Trail Run, held at Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, Ohio, offers a variety of race distances including 60K (37.5 miles), 40K (25 miles), 20K (12.5 miles), 10K (6.2 miles), and 5K (3.1 miles). Starting at the Naturalist Cabin, the course traverses the scenic woodlands of Hocking H..

A Day in The Park (ADITP) is a 24-hour ultramarathon held at Miller Ecological Park in Lebanon, Ohio. The event features a fast, flat 1-mile loop on crushed gravel that is USATF-certified (OH24030JHP). Runners can pursue either the traditional 24-hour finish or count a 100-mile effort within that wi..

The 6 Hours of Power at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio, is a unique endurance running event where participants complete as many 5K loops as possible within six hours. Runners must finish at least four loops to officially complete the race, with their official time recorded upon complet..

The Buckeye Trail Blue Blaze Festival in Shawnee, Ohio, celebrates the Buckeye Trail within the Wayne National Forest and the Village of Shawnee. The festival offers five trail experiences: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Run/Walk, a 10 Mile Hike, and an overnight Backpacking trek, all on the Buckeye Trail...

The 2025 Outdoor X12 Endurance Run (OX12) takes place in Dayton, Ohio, at 1385 Harshman Road. The course is a flat 2.7+ mile loop with 4% bike path and 96% grass/trail double track. Produced with Five Rivers Metroparks and the Subaru Outdoor Experience, it is a time-based event awarding finisher med..

Doggie Dash Trail 5K at Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience in Dayton, Ohio, is a dog-friendly running event held as part of the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience festival. The course is a unique off-road 5K around Eastwood MetroPark, weaving through grassy fields, tree-lined trails, and along the Mad R..

The Caesar Creek Trail Race, held in Waynesville, Ohio, offers a variety of trail running events over a weekend in October. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay, and a unique "6 Hours of Power" endurance event. The races take place at Caesar Creek State Park, featuring sc..

Run with Heart in Urbana, Ohio, is a community running event along the scenic Simon Kenton Bike Path. Participants can choose a 5K or a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk, with a Virtual Participant option also available. The race begins at the Depot Coffeehouse (644 Miami St) and follows the bike path through Urb..

Shawnee Trail Runs takes place in West Portsmouth, Ohio, and is billed as Ohio’s most challenging ultramarathon. The event offers three distances: a 54-mile main course with about 11,000 feet of climbing (the route includes four bonus miles, for a total of 54), a 50K with 6,500 feet of gain, and a 1..

The 6 Hours of Power at Caesar Creek State Park in Waynesville, Ohio, is a unique endurance running event where participants complete as many 5K loops as possible within six hours. The race requires a minimum of four loops to officially finish, with official times recorded upon completing the fourth..

The ORRRC Cross Country Trail 5k, presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club, is held in Centerville, Ohio, with a 5k course on Grant Park trails. Marketed as a "small race," it relies on a volunteer team to offer a high-quality experience for runners and walkers of all abilities. The course weav..

The 6 Hours of Power at John Bryan State Park is a trail event in Yellow Springs, Ohio, held at the Lower Stone Shelter along the Little Miami River. Runners complete as many 5K loops as possible in six hours, with four loops required to finish; the winner has the most loops. The course is a single..

Rule the Roost returns to Chillicothe, Ohio, as the finale of the RunFluent Ohio Trail Series. The event offers three distances: a 7K, a 12-hour solo, and a 12-hour two-person relay. The course is a figure-8, 100% trail layout with hard-packed sections, some technical bits, and scenic overlooks and..

The John Bryan Trail Race, held in Yellow Springs, Ohio, is a scenic trail running event set in John Bryan State Park, known for its stunning limestone gorge and views along the Little Miami State and National Scenic River. The race weekend features multiple distances including a half marathon (two..

Spooky Sprint- Columbus in Lewis Center, Ohio, is a Halloween-themed running festival slated for October 25, 2025, at Highland Banks Metro Park (9466 Columbus Pike). The event offers multiple distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, and a Half Marathon, plus a Kids Dash, Volunteer-then-Run option, and a Virtual..

Germantown Trail Race is a Wolf Pack Adventures trail event held at Germantown MetroPark, Morning Glory Shelter, Germantown, OH. The race features a 5K trail loop that starts and finishes at the Morning Glory Shelter, with about 150 feet of elevation gain. The single-loop course is marked with color..

Legends Of The Valley, staged at Valley View Nature Preserve in Milford, Ohio, is a nature- and history-themed trail-running event featuring three races: Arrowhead Trail 5K (individual or team cross-country), Mastodon 2-Hour Endurance Race (relay on a 1.5-mile loop for 2–6 runners, no distance cap),..

ORRRC Narrows Rabbit Hunt Trail Run, staged by the Ohio River Road Runners Club, is a 5.7-mile trail race in Xenia, Ohio. The volunteer-driven event emphasizes a welcoming atmosphere for runners and walkers of all abilities. The course runs entirely on trails, offering a compact, community-focused r..