Trail Running calendar near Shaker Heights 2026-2027

Experience a unique trail race at Camp Manatoc featuring technical single track paths normally closed to the public. Run the half marathon 15k or 5k distances through wooded terrain with special permission to bring your dog along.

Trail ultramarathons of 25K and 50K around scenic Mill Creek Park in Youngstown featuring mostly single track trails, rocky and rooted terrain, a rugged stream crossing, and staffed aid stations.

A trail race at Richfield Heritage Preserve on September 13, 2026 offering 50K, half marathon and 10K on a repeated 6 mile loop through single track, bridle paths and camp roads with typical trail obstacles.

Run through the forested trails of West Branch State Park on the newly designated Buckeye State Trail section. Choose between a full marathon half marathon or 10k while exploring oak forests and lakefront views in Ohio.

A community run/walk on September 19, 2026 at Stone Mad Pub in Cleveland featuring a chip timed 5K and a 1 mile walk, with age group awards, event T shirts, food, and a post race beer for those 21 and over.

A five-event trail series in Cuyahoga Valley National Park with weekly themed Tuesday evening races from late September through October. Distances are 3 to 5 miles and the final event at Camp Butler is dog friendly.

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.

A community event at Forest Ridge Preserve featuring a chip timed 5K and a 1.5 mile self guided hike through the Chagrin River valley. Proceeds support the Moreland Hills Parks Commission and registrants by September 20 receive a commemorat..

WQMX 5KAY is the 8th annual 5K run with a one mile walk option at Rufener Hilltop Farms in Mogadore on October 3, 2026. Net proceeds support WQMX Bosom Buddies and age group medals are awarded.

Community Living Chatham-Kent's Harvest Hustle on October 3, 2026 in Chatham offers a timed 5K, a 2.0 km Walk & Wheel and a 210 m Kids Dash, plus a vendor market, food truck, live music and family activities.

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 100 mile ultramarathon plus front half and back half 50 mile options on the Ohio and Erie Canalway Towpath in Akron Ohio, held October 10 and 11 2026. The course is mostly crushed limestone and is USATF certificated.

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.

A charity HalloWin event on Oct 17, 2026 at Boettler Park in North Canton featuring a 5K trail run and a 1 Mile Fun Run with costumes, shirts, medals, prizes, and candy stops; net proceeds support local teachers.

A charity event in Cleveland Heights featuring a 3.5 mile off-road trail with water crossings and a 1 mile neighborhood walk. Proceeds benefit EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute and awards are given by age group.

Experience the peak of autumn foliage at the Chippewa Creek Challenge in the Brecksville Reservation. Run a half marathon trail course through the heart of the Cleveland Metroparks amidst vibrant fall colors.

Trail races at Ledge Lake Lodge in Hinckley Reservation featuring half, full and double marathon loop formats across rocky, rooty terrain; the double marathon has a 16 hour cutoff.

Test your endurance at the North Chagrin Reservation with races ranging from a 5k to a 100k ultramarathon. Discover scenic forest trails featuring creek crossings and a unique knighting ceremony for long distance finishers.

Timed individual and relay races at South Mastick in Rocky River Reservation on November 7, 2026, featuring 3 hour and 6 hour timed events plus 4 mile races on a 2 mile loop, chip timing, and awards across multiple divisions.

A two-loop 15k trail race on November 21, 2026, through North Chagrin Reservation near Willoughby Hills. The final race of the Dirty Trail Series passes Squires Castle, Buttermilk Falls, and Oxbow Lagoon and includes awards and a series par..