Trail Running calendar near Kirtland 2026-2027

A community run/walk on September 19, 2026 at Stone Mad Pub in Cleveland featuring a chip timed 5K and a 1 mile walk, with age group awards, event T shirts, food, and a post race beer for those 21 and over.

Trail races at Freedom Hills in Sugarcreek on September 25 feature a 10K, 5K and Kid's Run with on-site food and a packet pickup the day before. A separate Ultimate Challenger endurance event follows the next day.

A five-event trail series in Cuyahoga Valley National Park with weekly themed Tuesday evening races from late September through October. Distances are 3 to 5 miles and the final event at Camp Butler is dog friendly.

A field and trail running event in Millersburg, Ohio on 10/03/2026 featuring a 5k and a 0.5 mile timed kids run, held the same day as Charm Days with food, a pony parade, auctions and local sales.

A community event at Forest Ridge Preserve featuring a chip timed 5K and a 1.5 mile self guided hike through the Chagrin River valley. Proceeds support the Moreland Hills Parks Commission and registrants by September 20 receive a commemorat..

WQMX 5KAY is the 8th annual 5K run with a one mile walk option at Rufener Hilltop Farms in Mogadore on October 3, 2026. Net proceeds support WQMX Bosom Buddies and age group medals are awarded.

A fundraising run on October 3, 2026 at Harborcreek Community Park in Erie, PA featuring a 5K and a 1 mile fun run walk to support the Haven 2 Home program; entry fees and race shirts are listed.

Final race of the Into the Woods 2026 trail run series, a chip timed six mile course through trails, fields and boardwalk at Asbury Woods in Erie, PA. Pre registration is $35 until October 9; day of entry is $40.

A 100 mile ultramarathon plus front half and back half 50 mile options on the Ohio and Erie Canalway Towpath in Akron Ohio, held October 10 and 11 2026. The course is mostly crushed limestone and is USATF certificated.

A community HalloWin event at Boettler Park with a two-lap 5K and a 1 Mile fun run, costumes and candy, $2,000 in prizes, and proceeds supporting The Debbie Rayl Kindness for Kids Program.

A charity event in Cleveland Heights featuring a 3.5 mile off-road trail with water crossings and a 1 mile neighborhood walk. Proceeds benefit EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute and awards are given by age group.

Experience the peak of autumn foliage at the Chippewa Creek Challenge in the Brecksville Reservation. Run a half marathon trail course through the heart of the Cleveland Metroparks amidst vibrant fall colors.

Trail race at Ledge Lake Lodge in Hinckley Ohio offering 13, 26 and 52 mile options on one, two or four loops through the Cleveland Metroparks Hinkley Reservation. The course includes rocks, roots, fields and about 1,600 feet elevation per..

Outlast Cleveland is a 6 hour trail endurance challenge in Garrettsville, OH where runners complete a 5K every hour for six rounds. Finish all six to earn the OUTLAST medal and a place on the national leaderboard.

Test your endurance at the North Chagrin Reservation with races ranging from a 5k to a 100k ultramarathon. Discover scenic forest trails featuring creek crossings and a unique knighting ceremony for long distance finishers.

Timed individual and relay races at South Mastick in Rocky River Reservation on November 7, 2026, featuring 3 hour and 6 hour timed events plus 4 mile races on a 2 mile loop, chip timing, and awards across multiple divisions.

A two-loop trail run of about 15k through North Chagrin Reservation, passing Squires Castle, Buttermilk Falls, and Oxbow Lagoon. It is the final race of the Dirty Trail Series and includes a year-end party with awards and prizes.

A loop trail event in Akron on November 22, 2026 offering 50K, 25K and 5 mile options through Bath Nature Preserve and Bath Community Park. Mixed terrain with aid stations and an eight hour course limit.

Trail event in Richfield, OH offering 5K and 5 mile runs, ruck divisions with patches, and virtual options. Perks include a long-sleeve shirt, one beer ticket for Masthead Brewing Co, a s'more station, and post-race snacks.

A chip timed trail event in Cleveland Metroparks on March 20, 2027 offering a 13K, 5K, ruck options, and a short kids fun run with race swag and post race snacks.