Trail Running calendar near Perrysville 2026-2027

A multi-distance endurance event in Cuyahoga Falls on July 25-26, 2026, featuring 100M, 50M, a marathon and an 8-person 100M relay on courses through Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

A community cross-country meet at Westerville North High School on July 25, 2026 featuring three combined-gender two-mile races, team scoring for middle and high schoolers, $5 entry fees, and proceeds benefiting Westerville North programs.

A certified trail 5K at Riverbend Park in Findlay that follows dirt and grass trails along the tree-lined Blanchard River. Entry fees are $20 for ages 9 and under and $30 for ages 10 and up; registration adjusts by age.

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.

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.

A 5K Run and Walk on a private airfield runway in Malvern, Ohio. The course uses hard packed grass, is managed by Run to You Racing, and has registration April 1 to June 15 with a $25 fee.

The Fearless 5K in Mechanicsburg features a cross-country 5K, a 1 mile run/walk and a kids 1/4 mile on cinder track, with on-site entertainment and vendors while raising funds for youth 20 and under with serious or life threatening illness.

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 using repeating 4.167 mile loops where runners must finish each loop within an hour. The course runs on grass ski paths and single track with moderate elevation and limited aid at the start finish.

Trail races of 5 or 10 mile distances at Oak Hill Trail Head in Cuyahoga Valley National Park on August 8, 2026.

Buckeye Sun Trail Runs in Lewis Center, OH on August 8, 2026 offers looped trail races from 7K to 26K on a marked 4.1 mile loop near Alum Creek Reservoir, with finishers amenities and awards for top finishers.

A night trail running event at Alum Creek Reservoir in Lewis Center OH offering 7K, 13K, 20K and 26K lap options. Headlamps are required and all finishers receive a commemorative amenity.

Two short races at Boettler Park on August 13, 2026 organized by Summit Athletic Running Club. The 2 Mile is open to high school, middle school and open runners; awards and ribbons follow the races.

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.

A 5k (3.1 miles) mud run in Oak Harbor with 20+ obstacles offering "challenge" and "Xtreme" lines, participant medals and T-shirts, and a 10% proceeds donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities.

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.

Endurance race on one of Cleveland's steepest hills where runners complete as many laps as possible within 1, 3, 6, or 12 hour limits. All registrations and donations go directly to cancer patients through the Nelson Family Foundation.

An evening trail event at Hemlock Nature Preserve on September 4, 2026 offering a 7-mile (about 11 km) run, ruck, or hike plus a 1-mile option, a twice crossed stream, live German music, biergarten, chip timing, awards, and post-race food.

A trail-based endurance event at Camp Tuscazoar in Dover, Ohio, run on a 25 mile loop with multiple distances including night options. The race features cupless aid stations, drop bag service, pacer rules, and finish awards.

Trail races at Camp Manatoc on September 5, 2026 include a half marathon plus new 15K and 5K options on mostly single track technical trails; dogs are allowed.