Trail Running calendar near McArthur 2025-2026

Bigfoot at Salt Fork State Park in Kimbolton, Ohio on Dec 6 and 7 offers 50K, 20 mile and 10 mile courses on scenic rolling trails. Expect GPS tracking, clear markings, finisher swag and proceeds to local search and rescue.

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.

Tackle winter trails at Frozen Sasquatch in Kanawha State Forest on January 10, 2026 with 25k and 50k options over scenic, often snow covered single track. Expect a challenging looped course and classic mid winter trail vibes.

Hit scenic single track at the MMTA Crush Run in Hurricane WV with 10 mile, 5k and kids runs. Proceeds benefit the Meeks Mountain Trail Alliance and the finish has a bonfire, marshmallows and pizza.

Run the Iron Furnace Trail Runs at Lake Hope State Park on April 4, 2026, choosing a rugged 13.1 mile or a punchy 5 mile course through scenic singletrack. Limited to 250 runners, every finisher earns a wooden award.

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.

Find your distance at the Big Deal at Great Seal State Park on May 2, 2026. Options range from a youth 5k to a 100 mile ultra on a rugged single track 20 mile loop with big climbs and scenic views.

Hit scenic singletrack at Strouds Run State Park on May 9, 2026 with 50K, 25K and 11K options that suit runners and hikers alike. Trails are challenging yet welcoming and entries are capped at 400 for a close knit race day.

Tackle rugged single track on the Hurricane Hundred K, a 62 mile trail challenge on Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane, West Virginia. Enter solo for all six loops or join a three person relay for a memorable mountain day.

Run scenic trails at Strouds Run State Park with Thunderbunny Trail Races, offering 11K, 25K and 50K courses for all abilities. Hosted by SEOTR Events, this Southern Ohio gathering blends challenge, community and stunning views.

Join Spooky Sprint Columbus on Oct 11, 2026 in Columbus for a festive run with options from a Kids Dash to a half marathon and a virtual race. Runners get designer shirts and finisher medals plus age group awards in timed events.

Join the Autumn Squatch trail races at Alum Creek State Park on Sunday November 1, 2026, with 10K, 20K and 50K options over scenic Rocks and Roots trails. Expect challenging looped terrain, a friendly community vibe and medals and shirts.