Trail Running calendar near Dayton 2026-2027

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.

Experience the scenic Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park with a family friendly 5k trail walk or a demanding 10k run featuring a famous stair climb finish. Join a community event supporting a healthy cancer preventative lifestyle.

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..

Join the Tiger Trail 5K in Lawrenceburg, part of the summer SIRC series supporting local school running programs. Choose from a run, walk, or cross-country member event, with special pricing for team members. Complete the circuit for a chan..

A timed 5K at Patricia Allyn Park on July 19, 2026, with online and day of registration. Current ORRRC members run free; non members 15 and up pay $10.

Experience the natural beauty of French Park in Cincinnati with this trail race featuring wooded paths and creek crossings. Finishers receive themed medals and can compete for points in a season-long trail running series.

Join the Arch City XC Festival at Westerville North High School for a series of two mile cross country races ending inside the stadium. Categories are available for elementary, middle school, high school, and adult runners.

Experience the original event of the Dirt Days Trail Series at East Fork State Park. Run through densely wooded trails on a 5.6 mile or 10.8 mile course with options for early starts and various participation categories.

Test your endurance at this military inspired obstacle course featuring mud crawls and climbing walls. Supporting the Light Foundation, the event offers a 5k trail for adults and a dedicated race for children.

Support the Milan cross country team at the Indian Trails 5K in Indiana. This community fundraiser features both running and walking options for participants of all backgrounds.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run on August 2, 2026 at East Fork Motocross Park featuring 18+ obstacles, an emphasis on fun and teamwork, and open to participants ages 7 and up.

Join this women only 5k mud run at East Fork Motocross Park for a day of obstacles and fun. Gather your team to crawl and climb through the mud in a supportive non competitive environment.

This summer cross-country series in Mason features a 2-mile grass race. Compete individually or with a team in high school or open categories. Spectators are welcome free of charge.

The Last Buckeye Standing is a unique backyard ultra where runners complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one remains. Set on the scenic trails of Alum Creek State Park, the event tests endurance and strategy through day and night..

Experience a scenic trail run along the Alum Creek Reservoir in Lewis Center, Ohio. Choose from four distances featuring a rolling loop course through the woods with a vibrant atmosphere at every lap completion.

The Buckeye Moon Trail Runs offer a unique night race experience on looped trails alongside Alum Creek Reservoir. Runners can choose from four distances, from 7K to 26K, each requiring headlamps for the illuminated course. All finishers rec..

A 5K trail race at Lost Creek Reserve in Troy Ohio on August 9 2026, part of the Miami County Park District Trail Run Challenge. Registration offers shirt and no shirt pricing and a Team Challenge is available.

Run through 7000 acres of prairies and forests at the Darby Creek Bison 10k Trail Race. Enjoy a chip timed course in Ohio largest Metro Park with awards for multiple age categories.