Trail Running calendar near Mahoning County 2026-2027

A chip-timed 5K and a 1.5 mile self-guided hike at Forest Ridge Preserve on October 3, 2026, with on-site care, food vendors, event shirts, and proceeds supporting the Moreland Hills Parks Commission.

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..

The 8th Annual WQMX 5Kay offers a 5K run and 1 mile walk across unpaved Rufener Hilltop Farms in Mogadore, Ohio, with medals by age group and proceeds supporting WQMX Bosom Buddies for free mammograms.

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 USATF-certified ultramarathon along the Ohio and Erie Canalway in Akron, offering a 100 mile course plus front and back 50 mile options. Mostly crushed limestone, aid stations every 4 to 6 miles, with 30 and 15 hour cutoffs.

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.

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 races at Ledge Lake Lodge in Hinckley Reservation featuring half, full and double marathon loop formats across rocky, rooty terrain; the double marathon has a 16 hour cutoff.

A five event Tuesday evening trail series in Cuyahoga Valley National Park with 3 to 5 mile courses at different park locations, a weekly surprise twist, series swag, and point based awards for overall and age group standings.

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.

A multi-distance trail event in Settlers Cabin Park using a 7.75 mile segment run both ways to form a 15.5 mile loop. Routes are almost entirely wooded trail and include aid stations, crew access for the 50K, and finisher medals.

A two-loop trail running event at North Chagrin Reservation in Willoughby Hills, Ohio, the Dirty Dirty 15K is the final race of the Dirty Trail Series, passing Squires Castle, Buttermilk Falls and Oxbow Lagoon and ending with a series party..

A loop-format trail and road event in Akron with 50K, 25K and 5 mile options through Bath Nature Preserve. Mixed terrain, two aid stations per loop, an eight hour course limit, and proceeds supporting local conservation and a university fie..

Join over 900 participants for an expansive trail running event at Salt Fork Lodge. Choose from 50K, 20 mile, or 10 mile distances through the scenic wilderness of Kimbolton Ohio.

A trail race in Glenmont, Ohio on Dec 12, 2026 offering 50k and 25k distances on the original Bob's Big Timber Backyard Ultra course. The events use a standard race format with a lightly stocked aid station and shirts guaranteed for orders..

A holiday themed event in Oakdale with a flat out and back 5K on the Panhandle trail and an untimed 1 mile fun walk. Awards include finisher medals, top overall and age group prizes, with holiday merchandise while supplies last.