Trail Running calendar near Newark 2026-2027

YOTE in Laurelville, Ohio on September 19, 2026 features trail-based 50K, 25K and 10K options; the 25K is mostly trail and the 50K repeats that loop. Participants receive a finisher T and awards for top finishers.

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 returns to Honda Hills in Thornville, Ohio on September 19, 2026 offering a 5K mud and obstacle run with Kidz Family and adult waves; waivers and photo ID are required and a spectator fee applies.

A two day festival in Shawnee Ohio on the Buckeye Trail featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, a 10 Mile Hike and a backpacking workshop. Events occur on mostly single track trail within the Wayne National Forest.

A trail event at Freedom Hills Ministries where runners complete a 5K each hour for 12 hours with chip timing, stage prizes, a race packet with shirt and belt buckle, and a sponsorship goal of at least $15 per mile.

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.

Run with Heart in Urbana offers a 5K, a 1 mile fun run walk, or virtual participation along the Simon Kenton Bike Path. The 5K awards the top three male and female finishers in several age categories.

Experience the vibrant autumn foliage of Mohican State Park through a variety of trail races. Runners and hikers can enjoy rugged paths and forest scenery alongside their leashed dogs in Perrysville Ohio.

A Halloween themed race day in Lewis Center with distances from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon, plus a virtual option, chip timing, awards, free photos, and event swag for most distances.

Rule the Roost in Chillicothe, OH is the third annual finale of the RunFluent Ohio Trail Series on October 17, 2026. It features 100% trail courses, multiple race formats, full loop aid, and awards for solo and team results.

Test your endurance at Malabar Farm State Park with a twelve hour night run. Participate solo or as a relay team on a scenic loop featuring pavement, gravel, and grass while supporting historical preservation.

Experience the Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park with a multi loop race through the woods. Choose between 10K, 20K, and 50K distances this autumn in Lewis Center.

Experience the rugged beauty of Burr Oak State Park on a course that is 90 percent trail. Choose between a full marathon loop or a point to point half marathon featuring creek crossings and rolling hills.

Turkey Trails Columbus on 11/15/2026 at Ohio State at Newark offers distances from a Kids Dash to a Half Marathon. The event includes a chip timed 5k and 10k, a virtual option, and event shirts and medals for most entries.

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..

Two trail races at Alum Creek State Park in January and February offer looped 10K-based courses with five distance options from 10K to 50K, aid stations, drop bag access, and a limited trail package for series registrants.

Trail races of 6K, 10K, 20K and 50K take place April 3, 2027 on the Rocks and Roots Trail at Alum Creek State Park near Lewis Center, Ohio. The event uses alternating looped trail courses, has tiered fees, and a no refund policy.

A multi-distance trail event in Mohican Memorial State Forest featuring 100-mile, 50-mile and marathon races. The Mohican 100 is a qualifier for Western States and UTMB series, with aid stations, drop bag support, and marked looped courses.