Trail Running calendar near Cincinnati 2026-2027

Experience the diverse landscapes of Caesar Creek State Park with a range of trail races including 5K, 10K, half marathon, and relay options through scenic woods and meadows.

Experience a Memorial Day trail run through the limestone cliffs and wooded paths of Oakes Quarry Park. Choose between 5k, 10k, and 15k distances and earn a finisher medal on this scenic Ohio course.

Test your limits at East Fork State Park with a 5K mud run featuring over 15 natural and man-made obstacles. This adventure race offers a challenging course for solo athletes and a dedicated version for families.

Experience the wooded trails and meadows of Cincinnati at French Park. Choose from 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances featuring significant elevation and themed costumes in a community trail race atmosphere.

Test your endurance at Perfect North Slopes with obstacle races ranging from 5K to 50K. Experience steep alpine climbs and muddy terrain at this comprehensive Trifecta Weekend event located just outside Cincinnati.

This adaptive trail race at Russ Nature Reserve welcomes all abilities with a choice of 1-mile, 2-mile, or 5K distances. It's free for ORRRC members and youth 14 & under, or $10 for others. A rolling start allows flexible arrival times.

Experience a scenic trail run through the limestone cliffs and wooded paths of Oakes Quarry Park. Choose between 5k, 10k, and 15k distances and earn a finisher medal at this Fairborn event.

This 5K trail race takes place at Possum Creek Metropark on a course with varied surfaces and minimal elevation change. It's a low-cost, community-focused event organized by the all-volunteer Ohio River Road Runners Club. Registration is fr..

Run through the woods at night on the single-track trails of Caesar Creek State Park. Choose from marathon, half marathon, or 10K distances in this cupless, gear-mandatory race. Finishers earn a glowing owl medal, with awards for top perfor..

Join a community event in Greensburg supporting individuals with special needs. Features a 5K trail run and 400m dashes for all abilities set within 264 acres of scenic woods and hills.

A 5K trail race at Garbry Big Woods Reserve in Piqua on June 14, part of the Miami County Parks Trail Run Challenge. Registration runs Feb 22 to Jun 14 with various pricing and series options.

Support student athletes at this family friendly 3 mile obstacle course featuring over 12 challenges. Enjoy a vibrant fan zone with local vendors and finisher medals for all participants.

Run a 13.5-mile trail course starting from John Bryan State Park in Yellow Springs. This club event is free for ORRRC members and just $10 for others, offering chip timing and refreshments. The first 200 finishers get an award.

Experience a 3.6 mile trail run at French Park featuring meadows and multiple creek crossings. This fourth leg of the Dirt Days Trail Series offers age graded awards and random door prizes in a picturesque Cincinnati park.

Experience a mission oriented obstacle course race in Southern Ohio featuring explosive effects and a live fire range. Tackle a 1.5 mile military style challenge and a 3k speed course with massive 350 foot water slides.

A trail race at Mount Airy Forest in Cincinnati on June 27, 2026 offering 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and a 30K run made of three 10K loops. The event includes themed medals, costume awards, and series points within the ATRS program.

Test your navigation skills at this orienteering event in Camden Ohio. Use a map and compass to find checkpoints across various course levels through woodland trails in any weather condition.

Looped trail ultras at Caesar Creek State Park with 50k and 50 mile options on single-track trails. The cupless event has two manned aid stations, drop bag support at the visitor center, and a 14.5 hour cutoff.

Trail races at Muscatatuck County Park on July 11, 2026, offering mapped 5K and 15K courses, festival camping, kayak shuttle trips, and mountain bike events, with medals for overall and age-group top finishers.

A 5K trail run at Stillwater Prairie Reserve in Covington, Ohio on July 12, 2026, part of the Miami County Park District Trail Run Challenge. Fee tiers include age-based pricing and shirt options; prizes are awarded by overall and age-group..