Trail Running calendar near Mahoning County 2026-2027

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..

Fineview Step Challenge in Pittsburgh on October 3, 2026 features 2 mile and 5 mile courses that climb 12 public staircases with over 1,600 steps including a 371 step set on Rising Main Avenue. Proceeds support Fineview Citizens Council pro..

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 six hour timed trail event at Brady's Run Park on a 2.1 mile loop featuring steep opening climbs, ridgeline single track and technical switchback descents. Open to solo runners and two person relay teams with awards for top finishers.

Experience a classic cross country race on the trails of North Park during the autumn foliage season. Enjoy 20k, 10k, and 5k distances featuring handmade bamboo medals and traditional folk dancing.

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.

Experience a historic trail race through the rugged single track of Oil Creek State Park. Choose between four challenging distances ranging from 25K to 100 miles with belt buckle awards for ultra finishers.

A community 5K run and walk on the Five Star Trail in Greensburg, PA, held October 10, 2026, with a mostly flat course and proceeds supporting a memorial scholarship fund for local Christian education.

Community race in Schenley Park with a 5 km adult course, 1 km kids loop, packet pickup, picnic, and a finishers' medal shaped like the republic.

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.

Trail running event in Allison Park, PA on October 17, 2026 with 5 miles, 25K and a Little Monsters run over wooded, hilly trails and pace-grouped entries with separate fees.

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 a Halloween themed trail race through the scenic woods of North Park. Choose between the 6.66K or 13K distances and enjoy a festive atmosphere in Allison Park.

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..

A 12-mile trail race along remote sections of the North Country Trail in Cook Forest State Park with one aid station and shuttle-access parking.

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 trail race day at Raccoon Creek State Park on 11 July 2026, featuring distances from 1 mile to 50K, aid stations on longer routes, and fundraising in support of a veteran community care organization.