Trail Running calendar near Covington 2026-2027

A five hour endurance event at Franke Park where runners, mountain bikers and wheelchair athletes complete as many full laps as possible on separate loops. Food and drinks are available at a central HUB and winners are top lap counts per ca..

An illuminated night run and walk at Glenwood Gardens with marked trails, a two-loop 3.26 mile run and a one-loop 2 mile walk; the run counts toward Dirt Days Trail Series points and online registration is required.

The Dublin Coffman's Band On The Run will take place in Dublin on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Trail trail races at Freedom Hills Ministries on September 25, 2026 include 10K and 5K distances with chip timing and a 1 mile kids run. Medals for all finishers, age-group prizes, food and drinks; a 12-run challenge follows on September 26..

A 7 mile trail race at Stillwater Prairie Reserve near Covington, Ohio, run as two 3.6 mile loops with dirt, gravel and meadow sections and river crossings. ORRRC members pay no fee while non-members ages 15 and up pay ten dollars.

A 30K trail race in Cincinnati run as three laps of a 10K loop, featuring meadows, wooded trails and notable elevation gain. Finishers receive a medal and 30K entrants receive a finisher t-shirt; walkers are welcome.

Trail races at Caesar Creek State Park on September 26, 2026, including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay, and a 6-hours event. Entries include a custom bib, fueling supplies, a medal, and timed results.

Experience eight weekends of trail running across Ohio and Kentucky this fall. With distances ranging from 5K to 50K and unique 6 hour challenges, there is an event for every trail enthusiast.

STADIUMTREK at Nippert Stadium on October 2, 2026 features an individual challenge to complete 14,000 steps within a three hour window for 14ER status, plus a relay for teams of 2 to 4. Registration opens June 17, 2026 and the fee is $49.99..

Backyard Ultra at Findlay Reservoir on October 3, 2026. Runners repeat a 4.3 mile loop each hour until one person finishes alone; the event is self supported and includes professional timing, ankle and bib tags, live results and a live stre..

Test your stamina in Dayton at this 12 hour endurance event. Run or ruck across a flat 2.7 mile loop consisting of grass and trail double track to earn your finisher medal.

Trail races at Alum Creek State Park on October 3, 2026 include a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and a six hour timed event. Entrants receive a custom medal, bib, on-course aid and recorded results.

A multi-distance endurance event in Middletown Ohio on a flat one-mile loop through field, woods, and pavement, supporting local charities with aid station service, cooked meals, camping, and awards.

Run with Heart in Urbana offers a 5K, a 1 mile fun run walk, or virtual participation along the Simon Kenton Bike Path. The 5K awards the top three male and female finishers in several age categories.

A four hour trail endurance event at Mounds State Park where participants run or walk as much as they can within the time. Registration is free and Anderson Road Runners will provide a countdown clock plus food and drinks.

A two day trail event at John Bryan State Park on October 10 and 11, 2026 featuring half marathons, 10K and 5K races, a 20K relay, and a six hour timed event. A Pack Pass provides entry to all 2026 events.

A Halloween themed race day in Lewis Center with distances from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon, plus a virtual option, chip timing, awards, free photos, and event swag for most distances.

A 5K trail race on the Grant Park trails in Centerville with free entry for current ORRRC members and a ten dollar fee for non members 15 and older; timing chips, chip check in, and age group awards are provided.

Trail races at Germantown MetroPark offer multiple distances through old-growth forest, ravines, prairies and the Twin Creek corridor. The event includes marked courses, aid stations, timing, race items, and postrace refreshments.

A 5K trail run at Shawnee Lookout Park that follows the Blue Jacket and Little Turtle loops, begins and ends at the Waterhole Meadow Shelter, and serves as the final Dirt Days Trail Series event with series points available.