Trail Running calendar near Cleveland 2026-2027

We have found 60 Trailruns within 80 miles of Cleveland. See below where and when you can find the races.

Experience an inclusive endurance event in Canal Fulton featuring distances from a 5k to a 50 mile ultra marathon. Join a community focused race that supports local charities while challenging your personal goals.

Experience a touch of the Pacific Northwest in Ohio at this chip timed trail event featuring pine lined single track paths. Choose from trail runs, ruck races, and a fun run for kids in the scenic Cleveland Metroparks.

Experience the scenic hiking and bridle trails of the Brecksville Reservation. This event offers trail races for various paces with distances including a 10k open to hikers and a half marathon.

April 2026

Celebrate the start of baseball season with a themed race through historic Tremont. Run the bases at Clark Field and enjoy a festive post race block party at Mosaic Brewing.

A women-only running and walking event supporting the New Life Serenity Center. Choose from a 5k run or a 1 mile walk at Clark Field along the Towpath in Cleveland. Registration includes a shirt, medal, and refreshments, with awards for top..

Tackle the hills of Loudonville, Ohio at the Forget the PR Mohican 50k. Choose between a challenging 50K or a 25K distance on a course with over 4,800 feet of climb. The entry fee includes a post-race gathering with food and drinks.

Test your endurance in Brecksville with a 13 mile weighted ruck across 978 feet of elevation. Choose between 10, 25, or 50 pound load categories to suit your physical goals.

The Dirty Dash offers a 10k or half marathon on the trails of South Chagrin Reservation. The course winds through quiet forests and past Sulphur Springs with its waterfalls. This event is part of the broader Dirty Trail Series.

Experience a point-to-point net-downhill race through Geauga and Lake Counties on a historic rail trail. Choose from 20, 15, or 10 miles and enjoy a post-race pancake breakfast at the finish line.

Experience the rugged beauty of Mohican State Park at Mo Spring. Choose between three trail distances featuring steep hills, scenic waterfalls, and the deep Clearfork Gorge for a memorable outdoor adventure in Ohio.

Experience the natural beauty of Point Pelee National Park with 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km road and trail courses set at the southernmost point of mainland Canada.

May 2026

Run with the Gnomes at Camp Tuscazoar. Choose from 50K, 25K, or a 9-ish mile adventure on a scenic, non-flat trail loop. Search for hidden gnomes along the course and enjoy fully stocked aid stations.

Experience a variety of obstacle course races at Southington Off Road Park near Cleveland. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to 50K including a dedicated kids race and the opportunity to earn a Trifecta in one weekend.

This timed ultramarathon in Ohio's Richfield Heritage Preserve challenges runners on a scenic 2.92-mile loop course. Choose from 6, 12, or 24-hour events or tackle the 100-mile distance. The event features full aid station support and welco..

Experience a variety of trail terrains at Camp Manatoc with distances ranging from 10k to an 8 hour challenge. This event offers fully stocked aid stations and dedicated space to test your gear and pacing strategies.

A 5K trail run and walk through the Norma Johnson Center trails near Dover, Ohio with parking and race-day registration at the adjoining Yellowbrick on 39. Awards and a door-prize drawing follow the event.

Experience one of the nation’s oldest ultra-marathons through the 5,000-acre Mohican Memorial State Forest. This event offers 100-mile, 50-mile, and marathon distances and serves as a qualifier for the Western States 100.

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June 2026

Experience a true cross country race through the wooded trails and rolling hills of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. This event features a scenic 5K trail run and a flat 1 mile grass loop for children.

The Eagle Up Ultra is a 24 hour event on a 5 mile loop in Canal Fulton, Ohio. It includes a 25K option, free camping, and supports Team RWB. Runners can change their target distance on race day.

Experience a unique 5K obstacle course with trails and hills or enjoy a family walk in Akron. This community event celebrate wellness and connection with medals for 5K finishers and shirts for walkers.