Trail Running calendar near Painesville 2026-2027

A 5K cross-country run through wooded trails in Cuyahoga Valley with 112 feet of elevation gain, plus a flat 1-mile kids dash on grass at Old Trail School; medals awarded and stroller guidance provided.

A multi distance ultramarathon at St. Helena Heritage Park on June 6 2026 featuring a five mile loop course, relay teams, cupless service, on site camping, and a charity partnership with Team RWB.

Into the Woods Trail Run Series at Asbury Woods features 4, 5, and 6 mile trail races across packed dirt, boardwalk and single track. The summer event includes a youth run and free childcare, and a three race bundle offers a discount and gi..

A community event at IBH Addiction Recovery in Akron on June 6, 2026 featuring a 5K obstacle course, a 1 Mile family walk, community resource tables, participant shirts and medals, and volunteer opportunities.

Nuthatch Nonsense is a 15k trail race in Sand Run Metro Park on June 7, 2026, featuring about 1,100 feet of elevation gain and a portion of proceeds benefiting the Summit Metro Parks Trail Fund.

A community run and walk at Munroe Falls Metro Park on June 13, 2026, featuring an in-person 5K, a 1.55 mile fun walk and a virtual 5K with shirts, medals and age-group awards.

A 5K cross country run/walk at Caskeys Campground on June 13, 2026, raising funds for Type 1 Diabetes awareness. The day includes a free 400 m kids run and a family fun program with food trucks and lake activities.

A trail event at Pine Hollow in Cuyahoga Valley National Park offering a new 5k plus 5 mile and 10 mile looped courses. The event supports the Humane Society of Summit County and includes a Mobile Adoption Center on race day.

An evening trail event on June 20, 2026, at Lagoon Picnic Area with a repeatable 5 km loop up to 20 km, chip timing, finisher medals, live bluegrass music, and a beer garden in the Cleveland Metroparks.

A self supported ultra on a 2.25 mile loop around an abandoned golf course near Penn State Behrend in Erie PA. Run as many laps as desired on grass, mud and gravel while half the registration fee supports Behrend Cross Country.

El Matador Trail Races on June 20, 2026 at Wooster Memorial Park offers 5 mile and 10 mile trail loops through varied park terrain and creek crossings. The field is limited to 200 runners and proceeds support Friends of Wooster Memorial Par..

Buckeye Trail at Brecksville Reservation offers **25k** and **50k** trail races on June 28, 2026. The 50k began in 1994 and is part of the Ohio Endurance Series, with participant guides, swag, awards, and donations to a local trail chapter.

Trail marathon and shorter races in Akron that move from downtown to Summit Metro Parks with towpath and rugged forest trails. Aid stations provide water and sports drink; medals and awards are given for all distances.

Experience the natural beauty of Findley State Park on a scenic trail course around the lake. Choose from various running and hiking distances to support local park conservation and enjoy handcrafted medals.

The Flock of Flamingos will take place in Parma on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Flat, paved 15K and 5K on the Ernst Trail near Meadville PA. Water on course, snacks at the finish, awards and parking available.

A second annual cross country event at Seven Hill Recreation Center on July 19, 2026, featuring a mixed-terrain 5K and a 1-Mile Family Walk with finisher medals and Home Days food offerings.

A four-week Wednesday evening cross-country series at Ward Athletic Complex in Columbiana with chip-timed 3K and 5K races, weekly registration of $10 or $40 for all four weeks, and awards across multiple age divisions.

Experience a scenic trail journey through Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon, or relay distances in this historic Northeast Ohio endurance event.

An inaugural 4 mile event on July 31, 2026 at Iron Horse Trail in Alliance, Ohio, with in-person and virtual 4 mile options. Registration runs March 28 to July 24 with a $35 fee and includes a bib, shirt, and medal.