Trail Running calendar near Howard 2025-2026

Run the Bobcat Marathon or Half Marathon at Burr Oak Lodge in Glouster, Ohio, on scenic mostly trail terrain with rolling hills, creek crossings and stretches of the Buckeye Trail. Relax at the lodge after the race and take home a triblend..

Join Turkey Trails Columbus on November 15 at Ohio State at Newark for fun runs from a Kids Dash to a 10k plus a virtual option. Chip timing, awards, race day packet pickup and a festive atmosphere make it great for families and all paces.

Join the Finish Strong 5K Trail Run or 1 Mile Fun Run hosted by Madison Christian School to support the Middle School Retreat. Enjoy off road trails, music, snacks, and campus spirit as runners of all ages chase medals, shirts, and fun priz..

Join the Dom Fratta XC Pavilion 5K in Willard on Nov 15 for a community 5K and 1 mile kids run as the town unveils a new cross country pavilion honoring a longtime coach. Proceeds support Willard cross country and local runners.

Take part in the Scarecrow Sprint 5K in Fremont, Ohio on November 15, 2025, a spirited cross country run around Walsh Park. All levels welcome, with finisher medals and race day registration available.

Run 50K, 25K, or 5 mile loops from the Regal Beagle in Akron through Bath Nature Preserve and park, with rolling hills and mixed trail surfaces. All finishers get custom gifts including a Regal Beagle medal while supporting local conservati..

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the 57th Penton Memorial Turkey Trot at Lorain County Community College in Elyria with a true 10K cross country course or a 2 mile fun run for all levels. Enjoy friendly competition, age group awards and lively hol..

Bigfoot Trail Weekend at Salt Fork State Park offers scenic rolling hills on a well marked 10.4 mile loop with distances from 10 mile to a full 50K on Dec 6 to 7, 2025. Expect rugged trails, great finisher swag and a welcoming trail communi..

Join the Great Guernsey Trail 12Ks of Christmas in Lore City for a festive trail run with 12K, 5K and family fun options. Bring a new unwrapped toy to support Guernsey County Secret Santa and enjoy shirts, hot chocolate and medals.

Join the Frosty Buck Trail Race in Glenmont, OH on December 13, 2025 for scenic, looped winter trail running with 25k and 50k options. Tackle multiple laps of the original BBTBU course with light aid at the loop start and finish.

Shake off winter at the Cabin Fever Trail Race in Richfield Heritage Preserve with on site and virtual options, 5k and 5 mile courses, and a soft long sleeve shirt with post race snacks. Warm up at the s'more station by the fire and enjoy a..

Choose the 50 mile, 50K, or 25K on the scenic Ohio Erie Canal Towpath, starting at St. Helena Park in Canal Fulton on March 21, 2026. Out and back courses with aid stations, cupless racing so bring a reusable cup, plus a 50/50 raffle.

Muddy Duck returns April 5, 2026 at Alum Creek State Park with 6K, 10K, 20K and 50K trail courses through rocks and roots. Expect rugged singletrack, a race shirt and finisher medal, and Ohio Challenge Series camaraderie so register early.

Run the scenic Alum Creek Marina trails with options for half marathon, 10K, 5K, 20K relay and timed endurance events for runners of all levels. Expect color coded courses, finisher medals, race timing and samples from sponsors.

Running with My Gnomies at Camp Tuscazoar offers scenic trail routes of 50K, 25K and a 9ish option through rolling camp hills. Enjoy single track trails, aid stations, a cupless policy and a playful gnome finisher medal.

Run loops under shade at Richfield Heritage Preserve on a scenic 2.92 mile loop with 225 feet of gain, with timed options from 6 Hour up to 100 Mile. Chase a big day or a personal best while supporting the preserve.

Mohican Trail Run in late May offers 100 mile, 50 mile and marathon races through scenic single track and dirt roads in Mohican Memorial State Forest near Loudonville Ohio. Expect rugged trails, hearty aid stations and a classic ultramarath..

Tackle the Eagle Up Ultra at St Helena Park in Canal Fulton with a scenic five mile loop along the Ohio Erie Canal Towpath. Pick 24 hour, new 25K, or relays chasing 100 miles, with aid stations, camping and a post race beer.

Run the Cuyahoga Valley 5K and family fun run at Old Trail School on June 6, 2026 in Akron. Enjoy a scenic 5K through wooded Cuyahoga Valley National Park trails or a flat one mile grass loop ideal for families and strollers.

Tuscazoar Raw invites trail runners to tackle rugged, scenic loops at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover OH with 25K, 50K and a demanding 100K with 10,500 feet of climbing. Enjoy aid station support, a race shirt, beer ticket and finisher medal.