Trail Running calendar near Galena 2025-2026

The Mohican Trail 100 Mile Run, known as the MO 100, is a prestigious ultra-marathon held in Ohio's scenic Mohican Memorial State Forest. Celebrating over 35 years, it is recognized as one of the nation's premier ultra-running events and serves as a qualifying race for both the UTMB World Series and..

The Summer Sasquatch is an exciting trail running event taking place at Salt Fork State Park in Kimbolton, Ohio, on June 7-8, 2025. Participants can choose from three challenging distances: a 50K, a 20-mile, and a 10-mile race, with the course featuring rolling hills and scenic views of Salt Fork La..

Metahqua 24 is a trail running event held in Chillicothe, Ohio, featuring a scenic 2-mile course with a mix of single track and grass trails. The course includes a 0.7-mile uphill segment with 200 feet of elevation gain, a 0.7-mile downhill, and a 0.6-mile flat section, all well-groomed and runnable..

Dylan's Dash 5K is an annual running event held in Orrville, Ohio, aimed at raising awareness and funds for Type 1 Diabetes. This family-friendly event features a 5K cross-country run/walk and a free kids' run, encouraging community participation and education about the challenges faced by those wit..

The Bob's Big Timber Backyard Ultra will take place in Glenmont on Saturday 2 August 2025.

Run Baileys is a trail running event held in Chauncey, Ohio, at the scenic Baileys Trail System near Athens. The event features a variety of distances including a free 1.5-mile Kids Run, a 5K, and a Half Marathon, catering to runners of all levels from beginners to seasoned trail veterans. Taking pl..

The Last Buckeye Standing Backyard Ultra is a challenging endurance running event held at Alum Creek State Park in Lewis Center, Ohio. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop on the scenic Alum Creek Hiking Trail, featuring grass ski paths and single-track trails with moderate elevation changes. The race..

The Buckeye Moon Trail Runs is a unique night trail running event held at Alum Creek State Park in Galena, Ohio. Scheduled for the evening of August 9, 2025, it offers multiple distance options: 7K, 13K, 20K, and 26K, corresponding to 1 to 4 laps of a 4.167-mile moderately rolling figure-8 loop trai..

The Tuscazoar Endurance Race, held at Camp Tuscazoar in Dover, Ohio, is a challenging trail running event featuring distances of 25, 50, 75, and 100 miles, including night race options for 25 and 50 miles. The course is a 25-mile loop, predominantly on trails (95%) through scenic Tuscarawas County h..

YOTE is an annual trail running event held in Laurelville, Ohio, offering distances of 50K, 25K, 10K, and a youth 10K. The courses feature single-loop routes primarily on single-track trails, with some sections on bridle trails and forest roads, presenting varying technical challenges depending on t..

The Air Force Marathon is an annual endurance event held at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, typically on the third Saturday of September. It offers a variety of race distances including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, a 3-person marathon relay, and a 1K kids’ run called the..

The Buckeye Trail Blue Blaze Festival, taking place on September 26-27, 2025, in Shawnee, Ohio, celebrates the Buckeye Trail with a variety of outdoor events. Participants can choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K run/walk, and an 8-mile hike, all set in the scenic Wayne National Forest. The festival..

The Flag City Backyard Ultra is a unique, free last-man-standing running event held at Findlay Reservoir in Findlay, Ohio. Participants run a 4.3-mile loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner remains. The course is flat with no elevation gain, mud, or roots, making it straightfo..

Rule the Roost is an annual trail running event held in Chillicothe, Ohio, featuring a 7K race, a 12-hour solo run, and a 12-hour two-person relay. The course is a figure-8 loop on 100% trail, mostly hard-packed and wide, with some technical sections, scenic overlooks, and cliffs showcasing fall col..

The ORRRC Broken Toe 50K & 25K & Ruck is an exciting trail running event taking place in Wilmington, Ohio, featuring a scenic course through wooded areas, rolling hills, and creek crossings. Participants can choose between a 50K ultra, a 25K run, or a rucking challenge, with the 50K runners completi..

The Autumn Squatch 50K is an exciting trail running event taking place at Alum Creek State Park in Lewis Center, Ohio. Scheduled for November 2, 2025, participants can choose from three race distances: 10K, 20K, or 50K. The event celebrates the mythical Autumn Squatch, attracting enthusiasts to the..

The Bobcat Trail Marathon, set for November 8, 2025, in Glouster, Ohio, offers an exciting opportunity for trail running enthusiasts and hikers to explore the stunning terrain of Burr Oak State Park. Participants can choose between a marathon and a half marathon, with the marathon featuring a single..

The Bigfoot 50K is a prominent trail running event taking place at Salt Fork State Park Lodge in Kimbolton, Ohio, on December 6-7, 2025. This exciting race features multiple distances, including a 50K, 20-mile, and 10-mile options on Saturday, followed by another 10-mile event on Sunday. The course..