Trail Running calendar near Peninsula 2025-2026

Conquer the Castle invites runners and ruckers to tackle distances from 100K to 5K on scenic looped trails around Squire's Castle. Finishers earn medals, 100K a buckle, and can opt to Be Knighted with a hill climb.

Join the Viking Relays and Races in Cleveland on November 1 for solo and team running on pavement and dirt trails. Pick timed endurance or four mile races and compete for team and individual awards.

Family friendly USATF meet in Portersville on November 2, 2025. Races for all ages from 2K to 5K and every runner gets a Halloween goody bag with gourmet cinnamon swirl bread.

Tackle scenic single track trails at Raccoon Creek State Park in the Veterans Trail Festival, with 50K, 20 mile and 5K options for runners and walkers. Proceeds support veterans and the day wraps up with hospitality and veteran tributes.

Join the Dom Fratta XC Pavilion 5K in Willard on Nov 15 for a community 5K and 1 mile kids run as the town unveils a new cross country pavilion honoring a longtime coach. Proceeds support Willard cross country and local runners.

Join Turkey Trails Cleveland at Clark Field on November 16 for family friendly 1 mile, 5k, 10k and kids dash options plus a virtual race. Enjoy chip timing, finisher medals, and designer shirts for a festive post run celebration.

Enjoy a scenic 15k at North Chagrin Reservation, looping through woodlands and past Squires Castle, Buttermilk Falls and Oxbow Lagoon. The final Dirty Trail Series race supports Cleveland Metroparks Trails and includes finisher swag.

Run 50K, 25K, or 5 mile loops from the Regal Beagle in Akron through Bath Nature Preserve and park, with rolling hills and mixed trail surfaces. All finishers get custom gifts including a Regal Beagle medal while supporting local conservati..

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the 57th Penton Memorial Turkey Trot at Lorain County Community College in Elyria with a true 10K cross country course or a 2 mile fun run for all levels. Enjoy friendly competition, age group awards and lively hol..

Tackle rolling trails at Salt Fork State Park in Kimbolton, Ohio during Bigfoot, a weekend of 10.4 mile loops offering 10 mile, 20 mile and 50K options. Enjoy scenic singletrack, finisher swag and race day support while helping local search..

Join the Frosty Buck Trail Race in Glenmont, OH on December 13, 2025 for scenic, looped winter trail running with 25k and 50k options. Tackle multiple laps of the original BBTBU course with light aid at the loop start and finish.

Shake off winter at the Cabin Fever Trail Race in Richfield Heritage Preserve with on site and virtual options, 5k and 5 mile courses, and a soft long sleeve shirt with post race snacks. Warm up at the s'more station by the fire and enjoy a..

Choose the 50 mile, 50K, or 25K on the scenic Ohio Erie Canal Towpath, starting at St. Helena Park in Canal Fulton on March 21, 2026. Out and back courses with aid stations, cupless racing so bring a reusable cup, plus a 50/50 raffle.

Running with My Gnomies at Camp Tuscazoar offers scenic trail routes of 50K, 25K and a 9ish option through rolling camp hills. Enjoy single track trails, aid stations, a cupless policy and a playful gnome finisher medal.

Run loops under shade at Richfield Heritage Preserve on a scenic 2.92 mile loop with 225 feet of gain, with timed options from 6 Hour up to 100 Mile. Chase a big day or a personal best while supporting the preserve.

Mohican Trail Run in late May offers 100 mile, 50 mile and marathon races through scenic single track and dirt roads in Mohican Memorial State Forest near Loudonville Ohio. Expect rugged trails, hearty aid stations and a classic ultramarath..

Run winding single track trails and gravel roads around Brady's Run Lake with options from a fun 5k to a challenging 100 mile or a unique midnight half. Weekend races, relays and an obstacle run offer options for every trail runner.

Tackle the Eagle Up Ultra at St Helena Park in Canal Fulton with a scenic five mile loop along the Ohio Erie Canal Towpath. Pick 24 hour, new 25K, or relays chasing 100 miles, with aid stations, camping and a post race beer.

Run the Cuyahoga Valley 5K and family fun run at Old Trail School on June 6, 2026 in Akron. Enjoy a scenic 5K through wooded Cuyahoga Valley National Park trails or a flat one mile grass loop ideal for families and strollers.

Tuscazoar Raw invites trail runners to tackle rugged, scenic loops at Camp Tuscazoar near Dover OH with 25K, 50K and a demanding 100K with 10,500 feet of climbing. Enjoy aid station support, a race shirt, beer ticket and finisher medal.