Trail Running calendar near Dover 2026-2027

Find out who is faster, a human or a horse, in this unique trail race. Runners and riders compete simultaneously over half marathon, 50k, or 50 mile courses. It's a direct contest of speed on mixed terrain.

The Hillman Ride and Fly will take place in Frankfort Springs on Saturday 1 August 2026. You can run between 13 and 50 miles.

A North Park event on August 1, 2026 offering road, trail, or a combined road and trail challenge, including a 10K road and a trail course that is listed as 10K but is actually about 7 miles.

Trail runs of 5 mile and 10 mile in Cuyahoga Valley National Park on August 8, 2026. Courses at Oak Hill Trail Head include a fast descent, a long climb and twisting rooted trails, with finisher swag and age group awards.

A cross country 5K and a half mile kids fun run at South Range High School in Canfield, Ohio on August 8, 2026. Medals, event shirts, raffle baskets, and awards support South Range Cross Country.

Flusslauf is a trail run and hike event with a unique river crossing in Bedford Reservation. Choose from a 12K, a 1-mile run or ruck, or just a Fest Entry for the post-race Biergarten and live music. Part of the proceeds support Bike Clevel..

Timed loop endurance event on Stinchcomb-Groth Memorial Hill in Lakewood, OH with 1, 3, 6, and 12 hour options plus a 12-hour two-person team. Donation-based registration supports selected cancer patients.

A September trail running event at Camp Manatoc offering 15K and 5K distances. Organized by Western Reserve Racing, this event provides options for runners.

A trail ultramarathon at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover OH on September 5, 2026, run on a 25 mile loop. Multiple distances include night options, with aid stations, drop bag service, a cupless policy, pacing rules, and set cutoff hours.

Trail races at Camp Manatoc on September 5, 2026, offering half marathon, 15k and 5k on mostly single-track, technical trails that pass a white pine grove and Minnehaha Falls. Dogs are permitted to run or hike with participants.

A trail event in Montour Woods Conservation Area offering Half Marathon, 20 Mile, and 50K options on twisty dirt singletrack with significant elevation gain and aid stations. Proceeds benefit the Hollow Oak Land Trust.

Winterfells Challenge is a January Strava event where runners score points for miles and climbs. Pick the 13 mile Full with six climbs or the hill focused 6 mile Mini and compete on the leaderboard. Frozen Goat Challenge on February 7 invi..

A trail race in Mill Creek Park on September 12, 2026 offering one-loop **25K** and two-loop **50K** courses on mostly single-track trails with staffed aid stations and marked routes.

Trail marathon, half marathon and a new 10k at West Branch State Park in Ravenna, Ohio, celebrating a newly designated Buckeye Trail State Trail with forested all-trail out-and-back and point-to-point courses.

Join this community event on September 19, 2026 in Fairview Park's Rocky River Reservation. Choose from a timed 5K run/walk or a non competitive 1 mile walk. The event welcomes dogs and recognizes survivors with a special medal.

The Blue Blaze Festival in Shawnee, Ohio features trail runs, a 10 mile hike and an overnight backpacking option along the Buckeye Trail. Running events include a half marathon, 10K and 5K and are chip timed.

Explore a cross-country route through pastures, woods, and fields at the Charm Field & Trail Challenge. This family friendly event coincides with the Charm Days festival, featuring food, a pony parade, and sales. Choose from a 5k or a Timed..

Head for the Hills! offers a scenic 5K run and a 1.5-mile guided hike in Moreland Hills' Forest Ridge Preserve. Proceeds support local park improvements. All participants receive a commemorative tote bag and enjoy family-friendly activities..

Mo Fall on October 10, 2026 offers trail marathon, half marathon and 15k events at Mohican State Park in Perrysville, Ohio, with wooded routes, stream crossings and landmarks such as Lyons Falls and a covered bridge.

A multi-distance ultramarathon along the Ohio & Erie Canalway Towpath in Akron, Ohio, offering a 100-mile race plus two 50-mile options, mixed crushed-limestone and asphalt surfaces, regular aid stations, and USATF certification.