Trail Running calendar near Nelsonville 2026-2027

A Backyard Ultra on a multi generation tree farm in Glenmont, Ohio with separate day and night loops through old growth timber and historic farm buildings.

Women-only 5K obstacle mud run at East Fork Motocross Park on August 2, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to participants aged 7 and up.

A cross country meet in Westerville, Ohio with youth races and an open adults two mile. Registration is free and individual registration is required; team tents and team uniforms are not permitted.

A Backyard Ultra at Alum Creek State Park where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until only one runner remains.

Looped trail races on August 8 in Lewis Center OH along Alum Creek Reservoir with distances from 7K to 26K and finisher amenities.

Trail runs at Alum Creek State Park offering morning Sun and night Moon events with loop distances from 7K to 26K and chip timing.

A 10 km trail race at Battelle Darby Creek Metropark near Galloway, OH. ORRRC members run free; non-members pay $10 for ages 15 and up while ages 14 and under are free.

An evening running event in Westerville with a 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run that raises funds for Westerville Education Challenge and highlights mental health resources and remembrance.

A trail half marathon and 10K on the Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park near Lewis Center, Ohio. Tiered registration fees apply, packet pickup is available before and on race day, and the event has a no refund policy.

Five trail distances wind through Hocking Hills State Park around Old Man's Cave, Cedar Falls and Ash Cave, mostly on trail with notable climbs; registration runs from Feb 1 to Sep 10, 2026 and the event has a 750 entrant capacity.

A farm based obstacle event with a 5K course and a 1 mile kids option, featuring over 20 obstacles, pumpkins, food trucks, and educational displays at South Plymouth Pumpkins in Washington Court House.

A benefit trail event at Sharon Woods Metro Park on September 12, 2026, raising funds so middle and high school students from Dwell Community Church can attend week long summer camps. Distances include a 5K, a one mile, and a free kids run.

A Spartan style endurance race in Hocking Hills covering over 4 miles with 20 plus obstacles, mud and water. Individual, group and 5 person team entries are available and the event is recommended for ages 15 and up.

Support service members and their families at Reynoldsburg Civic Park. Choose between a 5k obstacle course with mud and walls or a stroller friendly paved 5k run through the park grounds.

Wildwoods on September 13, 2026 in Pataskala offers a 5K and a 1 Mile youth run on the Historic McGowan XC Course; participants receive a tee and bib, and proceeds benefit SWL Schools.

A 100K trail race and three-person relay at Meeks Mountain Trails in Hurricane WV, run over six 10.3 mile single-track loops with a $10,000 solo prize purse.

A trail event in Laurelville with 50K, 25K, 10K (now 7.3 miles) and a youth 10K, featuring a mostly trail 25k course and participant awards.

Experience the trails of Mountwood Park in Waverly West Virginia. Participants can choose between a half marathon or 5K distance through scenic forest terrain with awards for top finishers across multiple age categories.

Mud Factor Seriously Fun 5K mud and obstacle run at Honda Hills in Thornville, OH on September 19, 2026; all ages, waiver and photo ID required.

A 5K through Glacier Ridge Metro Park featuring performances by the Dublin Coffman Marching Band, with proceeds supporting the band. Registration opens July 3 and shirts can be ordered until August 19.