Trail Running calendar near Etna 2026-2027

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.

The Hargus Lake Trail Race offers trail running through the scenic woodlands and along the lake shore at A.W. Marion State Park. Participants can choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a timed 6-hour event. All races take place on May 30,..

Metahqua 24 returns to Chillicothe with trail races from a 2-mile youth run to a 100-mile solo challenge. The event features a scenic 2-mile loop course with a mix of single track and grassy trails. Off-site parking with a shuttle is provid..

Experience a trail race along the largest inland beach in Ohio at Alum Creek State Park. Choose from distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon or join a relay team to run through scenic shale cliffs.

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 Ohio's largest state park at the Summer Sasquatch trail race. Run through rolling hills and bridle trails with distances ranging from 10 miles to 50K over a scenic weekend in Kimbolton.

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.

Dylan's Dash 5K is a cross-country run/walk fundraiser for Type 1 Diabetes awareness in Orrville. It's part of a larger Family Fun Day at Caskeys Campground, featuring a free kids run and post-race activities like swimming and food trucks.

Test your stamina in this last person standing race in Zanesville. Complete a 1 mile segment every 15 minutes on a paved trail to stay in the competition and support local school soccer teams.

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 an intense obstacle course race in Zanesfield featuring two different distances and over 25 obstacles. Complete multiple courses to earn special medals while navigating mud and terrain in the heart of Ohio.

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.

This trail race takes place at the McDonough Wildlife Refuge in West Virginia. Participants can choose between an 8-mile run or a 4-mile walk on a scenic forest and marsh loop. It's part of a six-race series offering a commemorative jacket.

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 a 5k mud run and obstacle course at East Fork Motocross Park designed for women empowerment and supporting breast cancer awareness.

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..

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.

A trail ultra on a 25-mile loop through Camp Tuscazoar, offering 100, 75, 50, and 25-mile distances with optional night starts. The course is 95% trail and features well-stocked aid stations. It's part of a three-race series at the camp.